Acer's 18-inch, Quad Core Desktop Replacement

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Quad core processors have been available for some time in desktop computer systems. These processors can have a huge impact for those that use multithreaded applications such as digital video editing or just run a large number of applications concurrently. Acer has packed in a new Core i7 quad-core mobile processor into their 18-inch laptop. Can this processor really boost media performance in Acer's desktop replacement? Find out in my review of the Acer Aspire 8940G 18.4-inch laptop.

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