Ok, I am just starting pc gaming. Yes, I have been playing consoles forever. Ok, so I bought a xfx 7600 gt (PCIe), and I was wondering, does it help aiming wise? I just got done playing 007 Nightfire, and I sucked. Now I am not as bad of a shot as that game.

If you want my specs they are:
Vista Home Premium (x32 bit)
2 gigs ram
1.8ghz core 2 duo
and on wed. the xfx 7600 gt

I am using the STOCK hp mouse and KEYBOARD. Calum, I am have 2142 and will be up and running by wed. I want to join your clan, I got a headset, so send me the info on your vent, if you have one.Ooh, very nice, another recruit.
I just posted in another topic saying add me, but this is even better.
We don't have a vent or TS server unfortunately, but as the clan grows that's something I'll look into.
I have a lot of free time right now so I may sort it out soon.

Back to the topic . . .
If you're finding you're a bad shot, you need to identify why this is.
It could be that you just need more practice, it can be hard to adjust to PC games if you're used to console games.
The other thing is that it could be your mouse and keyboard, and/or your control setup.
Stock setups are often not ideal, get a real mouse and maybe a better keyboard.
I always thought my old Logitech Pilot was fine, until I got my G5.
Now I can't understand how I got along with the Pilot, the G5 is so much better.
So, I recommend that.
Also, get a decent quality mousemat.
I use the Icemat 2nd edition, granted it's expensive but it really makes a DIFFERENCE.  It'll also alst for ages and it looks great, as does the G5.
As for the keyboard, it's your decision in the end.
If that one's fine, keep it.
If not, look for a quality one.
I advise testing it first to see if you like it.
Some people prefer ergonomic ones for gaming too, so consider that.
In the end, it's the choices you make regarding controls that makes the most difference, arguably.
Try out some setups in single player before you take it online, see what feels best for you and try out lots of different ones, tweak every setting you can to make it right for you.
Everyone is different so everyone has their preferences.

Sorry for the long post, it sort of degenerated into rambling about general gaming tips.
If I've missed the point, let me know and I'll post again.
P.S. Nice PC.Thanks for the compliment. I am gonna get a mx518, I used that one at a friend's house yesterday, and fell in love with it. Maybe it is just practice, but I guess we'll find out when I get my mouse.

Thanks for the post, it helped a lot. I am gonna get that icemat, but I just loved the mx518.

I will see you on 2142.The MX518 is also a very good mouse.
Good decision, I hope you're happy with it.
See you on 2142.
BTW, if you're going to join my clan, you should register on my forum too.Will do that right now. Quote from: PERFECT Agent52 on May 27, 2007, 01:05:40 PM

Will do that right now.