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Mike, the "shortage" was in Compaq-Intel boxes. MicroCenter and Staples were jam-packed with other boxes. The Office Depot I went to last was in a funny location, new and off the beaten track, used to be a "Best's" (not the same as "Best Buy"). I expected it to be fairly well-packed (full of inventory). I also expected local CompUsa to be fairly well-packed, but I did not have to go so far. You know, this area is one of the most affluent in the world. So, I don't think it is a good reflector of anything, other than the trickle-down effect from the Beltway bandits. On the other hand, Houston is about the exact opposite. Houston is incredibly affluent, when the stars are right, don't get me wrong. But, it is sorely dependent on the oil patch, etc. |
