The Sims 2 specifications list some requirements, specifically requirements for computers with a T&L capable video card and those without.
It lists as examples of "T&L" capable cards "nvidia GeForce 2 or better or ATI Radeon 7000 or better". I have no idea what would fall in the "or better" category! Can someone help? What is better than those two options?
I am planning on getting a new computer soon and I want to be able to play Sims 2 on it so maybe I should get a T&L capable card in it.

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