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To: Robert Rose who wrote (27437)	11/20/1998 9:36:00 PM
From: llamaphlegm	Respond to of 164684

This has nothing to do with the stock price movement in the next few days but 1. Great Fortune magazine article on etailing -- kills margins, ease of comparison shopping and how it changes retail. 2. I have before me a copy of the now highly touted BCG study on the internet, and as was quoted in some of the press releases, the study, in addition to stressing the growing size of e tail, asserts that the most successful companies will be those with both traditional and on ine distribution channels (no duh!!!)

To: Robert Rose who wrote (27437)	11/21/1998 2:42:00 PM
From: Glenn D. Rudolph	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 164684

Very useful data point. However, I am a consumer for whom price is not everything. I understand that many consumers differ in this respect. Brand to me is quite a bit more important. If an online retailer provides me with something extra, I simply don't care if I'm charged a couple of bucks extra! I understand that the success of any business is not built on my particular preferences. Neverthess, I continue to live by many name brands, virtually regardless of price. My own experience has taught me it's worth it. Barnes and Nobles is not a brand? You really are stating that paying bit more for good service and buying from a fine store make sense. I agree. Now. Which company has a better selection and faster delivery? Glenn