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Linux is NOT a gaming operating system. For that, you will need Windows XP.
Replace that Albatron with an Asus board, the P5GD1 is a good board, and it takes standard DDR ram, not expensive DDR2.
Replace that WD hard drive with a Seagate. Quieter, more reliable, longer warranty.
You don't need a network adapter, most motherboards have one built in. Same with a sound card - if you want better sound than the onboard sound, you are going to have to spend a LOT more than you would for that AW850 - you need a Soundblaster Audigy or comparable.
The Radeon 7500 is a VERY obsolete video card, and it's not PCI-Express, which you need for a Intel socket 775 build. If you need an all-in-wonder, get the X600 Pro.
184 pin sdram is not compatible with any new motherboard, get a Corsair value select 1 gig PC3200 DDR ram kit from Newegg for under 80 bucks.
The heatsink/fan on the Intel retail boxed processors is quite adequate. You don't need liquid cooling.
The best power supply for the money is the THERMALTAKE TR2 W0070 ATX 430W. You need one with a 24 pin ATX connector for a 775 board.
Finally, don't hop all over the net to save pennies - order most of your stuff from the same vendor. It saves on shipping and makes possible customer service issues after the sale easier to manage. I recommend look at Newegg first.
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