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MS-DOS gaming on an Asus Terminator Tualatin (2001) and why I prefer console gaming

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Hi everyone! Let me start by stating that I appreciate a 21 year old desktop PC is probably only just on the cusp of being classed as a "retro" device. However, the experiences on this device are truly 90's. You'll see how as this blog progresses. No prizes for guessing why I have a old(ish) desktop PC with a name of Terminator in the title. However, my acquiring of this PC was actually stumbled upon by chance. Whilst searching for Terminator goodies on www.buyee.jp, I found an auction for this PC. Starting at 1 yen was enticing enough, but to realise that it was still sealed in its original box sealed the deal. I had a little competition but I ended up winning the auction for the incredibly modest sum of 131 yen (about AUD1.50 or 80p) back in December 2020. With shipping and all the fees, it cost me about AUD120 (GBP70). When it arrived, I was glad to see the PSU was multi-voltage, so no need for a voltage converter. I had a quick read through the instruction manual