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To: Bob Rudd who wrote (6221)	3/6/1999 2:40:00 AM
From: peter michaelson	Read Replies (1) of 78483

Regarding local vs. net buying of computer supplies, I agree that local has significant advantages....easy returns being one. I don't think this argues in favor of CPU, though. Computer parts retailing seems to be the one area where local mom & pop stores out-compete the chains. If you are buying parts, then better prices and better service are to be found at the Mom & Pop's. You don't need the high cost of a massive store and a high-traffic location in this industry and you don't want to carry a lot of inventory. And finding a salesperson you trust (distrust less?) is a high priority. I don't know if this holds for complete systems or software. in my exceedingly meek and humble opinion, peter

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