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To: Frederick Smart who wrote (3191)	11/15/1997 12:04:00 AM
From: laleh	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 10227

Bubba, I believe the $44 versus $70 ARPU is an apple and orange comparison. The first reflects a mix of consumer/business use and the later is that of heavy business users. Still, I agree it's impressive that their units are being used so heavily. BTW, aren't the profit margin off of cell phone ARPUs higher than that of Nextel's? Frederick enjoyed your closing comments to freeus. "Smart" goes well with you. Freeus, please read my response to you on use of margins one more time, I think it might offer more value now. Keep in mind, the benefits from lessons you learn out of each action is far more than the price you pay.

To: Frederick Smart who wrote (3191)	11/15/1997 1:53:00 AM
From: Al Gutkin	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 10227

Fred: good advice! I didn't mean to duplicate, didn't read yours first. It's good to know that there are caring people out there. I'm sure you are a good friend to alot of people, it shows. Your posts are great and informative. Keep em comin. Regards Al Gutkin

To: Frederick Smart who wrote (3191)	11/16/1997 12:33:00 AM
From: George Weiss	Respond to of 10227

Fredrick, Thanks for the excellent info. and reporting. When you have an opportunity or if you have discussed this in previous post, could you explain the concept of the national "Direct Connect" trading service? Am I alone in being surprised by the fact the 40% of 3Q subs. were sold by Nextel agents? That seems extroardinary. Anyone know how this compares to Cellular/PCS averages? Aren't agents sales higher margin, as they don't have all the expense associated with direct sales? I understand Nextel pays up to $250.00 per subscriber to agents and 5% residual comissions. George