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To: uu who wrote (5925)	12/3/1997 4:32:00 PM
From: Charles Tutt	Read Replies (4) \| Respond to of 64865

I'm pretty disgusted, too, especially because as a result of all the recent volatility I felt compelled to pare my SUNW holdings by 20% to reach a comfortable level of risk, and I've been afraid to buy back to the level I was at (although I did repurchase part of it, despite unfortunate wash-sale tax consequences). However, I'm not convinced a law could be written/enforced that would solve the problem without introducing worse problems. It's pretty clear to me the analysts and money-movers are clueless. Just look at what has been going on with Adaptec the last few days if you have any doubt. JMHO.

To: uu who wrote (5925)	12/3/1997 4:42:00 PM
From: Wallace Rivers	Respond to of 64865

I agree totally, Addi...You might want to look at the latest issue of Forbes - the cover article is about analysts and the games they play. It all boils down to relationships and hopes of investment banking. As long as brokerage firms make money based on transaction $$$, there will always be this constant flipping of Buy, Sell, Hold.

To: uu who wrote (5925)	12/3/1997 4:47:00 PM
From: Nutty Buddy	Respond to of 64865

The best analyst is a dea.....is a technical analysis. Stopped listening to those analysts long ago. They make statements to benefit their portfolio (or the ones paying them off). The trick is to guess their angle which only those inside know. Are they short? Do they want to buy and want a nice discount? Do they want to sell, but at a higher price? Bought into SUNW yesterday due to the intermediate term technicals. I thought I was a bit ahead of the curve because my buy signal had not occurred. Todays action just helps confirm my analysis. Hopefully we have a nice run through January (and beyond). Buddy (not an analyst)

To: uu who wrote (5925)	12/3/1997 6:21:00 PM
From: micromike	Respond to of 64865

Addi .. Since you said you don't buy on margin and you bought more Sun in the low $30 you should be thanking those analysts for the opportunity they gave you to retire earlier. It sure looks like you are tuned into Sun. Keep up the good work. Mike

To: uu who wrote (5925)	12/3/1997 7:34:00 PM
From: Urlman	Respond to of 64865

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