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To: Dan3 who wrote (259582)	4/7/2009 3:50:18 PM
From: Elmer Phud	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 275872

The fact that Intel tailored a "volume" discount against each customer is exactly what the lawsuits are about. It was hypothetical Dan. If you want to claim it as a fact can you provide a link? I didn't think so.

To: Dan3 who wrote (259582)	4/7/2009 5:25:45 PM
From: Saturn V	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 275872

Intel tailored a "volume" discount against each customer is exactly what the lawsuits are about...And it's illegal, too. I am not an Intel employee, or representative, or a lawyer. But I am curious why is that illegal ? The car dealership gives a different discount to each retail buyer, but that is definitely not illegal. It is all a matter of negotiation tactics, luck and timing. In other parts of the world, you can bargain anything at the retail level.There is nothing illegal or unethical about that. Dell, HP have different business models, and different schedules for purchasing and delivery. The revelation of Intel contracts will probably make public the details of each companies business operations.