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To: Mike Gordon who wrote (17502)	2/16/1998 11:44:00 PM
From: Analog Kid	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 97611

Hi Mike- Like most people, I'm scratching my head at the success of the sub-1K PC and more to the point, WHO is actually buying these units? I agree with you that computer literate folks would not settle for these units. I believe most people, (except CPQ marketing folk) have underestimated the number of people who have never bought a PC before. The availability of the sub-1K PC and the popularity of the internet meshing at the same time results in the explosion of sales IMO. Congrats to CPQ for recognizing the potential for this untapped market and going for it like a downhiller going for the gold!

To: Mike Gordon who wrote (17502)	2/17/1998 8:11:00 AM
From: otter	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 97611

re: "He not only projected telephony over the net, but just as importantly a discount to those customers who were willing to accept billing via the web. Retail billing for any major corporation is a major expense. If they can reduce that expense through Internet billing and collections (VISA/MC), some (Telephone, electric, retail accounts, etc.) may pass those savings to the customer." Service has been announced & is available starting in March. $.10/min ($.09/min if you have an AT&T Worldnet account). See: att.com