Yes that computer will definatly be able to play crysis, however be careful with the power supply since the 480 gtx is one huge power hog.
Haha I don't think theres a computer been invented yet that can do this without having a whole building dedicated to processing power.
I cant really gove you an answer,but what I can give you is a way to a solution, that is you have to find the anglde that you relate to or peaks your interest. A good paper is one that people get drawn into because it reaches them ln some way.As for me WW11 to me, I think of the holocaust and the effect it had on the survivors, their families and those who stood by and did nothing until it was too late.