On 2021-12-28 11:09:12, tempforever wrote:
> Hendrik Boom wrote:
> > On Tue, Dec 28, 2021 at 01:55:34PM +1000, onefang wrote:
> >> I skimped on the graphics card, coz gamers made everyone put RGBling on
> >> everything, so I had to back up one model to get one without RGBling. I
> >> wish I could have done the same for the RAM, AND gotten ECC, but alas
> >> neither was available. The RGBling on the RAM can ONLY be controlled
> >> from Windows, and doesn't remember it's settings after reboot. I can
> >> disable RGBling on motherboard from BIOS and case from a switch. This
> >> desktop sits on the floor, but projects RGBling onto my high ceiling.
> >> Pffft
> > What is RGBling?
> >
> >
> Obviously, I'm not onefang, but I believe he is referring to the flashy
> light fad that has pervaded the consumer computer market.  I took it as
> a play on "RGB" (red-green-blue) and "Bling"

Correct.

> Do we really need clear panel cases and lighting on internal parts? 
> Apparently, many manufacturers believe so.

At least the case I have for my super desktop allowed me to swap the
glass front for a metal back. So now the RGBling is only leaking out of
the various cooling vents and holes for fans.

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