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Dell Buys High-Performance Computer Maker Alienware

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Intel Motherboard (AXcess News) Reno, NV - Dell Computer Corp. (Nasdaq: DELL) said Wednesday that it purchased high-performance PC vendor Alienware in a deal that compliments Dell's own line of high-performance computers while providing Alienware customers faster delivery.

The simple answer is no. class business practices and operational efficiencies that have made Dell one of the most respected companies in the world, while preserving the DNA of the Alienware brand and product strategy portfolio. The Alienware and Dell executive management teams have agreed that this acquisition could only succeed if Alienware is structured as a separate division which will continue to make its own product development, planning, marketing and customer support decisions. The ability to make standalone business decisions about the Alienware brand and product portfolio will be the key to our continued success and both the Alienware and Dell management teams recognise that the uniqueness of the Alienware culture and our special customer bonds are pivotal.

Gigabyte Mainboard Shares of Dell closed up 14 cents at $30.41 on the news.

Alienware, in collaboration with Dell offer a replacement policy for dead pixels on any Dell Monitor purchased via the Alienware website. If you' missing pixels, please contact our Technical Support Department to determine if you qualify for a replacement Monitor.

History Of Microprocessor Terms of theacquisition weren't disclosed.

The A+ Core Hardware exam tests your knowledge of the central role played by the system's microprocessor, which has become essential knowledge for the professional PC repairperson. There was a time when replacing the CPU was very complicated. However, today's motherboards feature sockets and slots into which several types and versions of microprocessors can be interchanged. You still have to watch out for compatibility issues, but it's not uncommon for customers to want you to upgrade their PC instead of replace it.

Ecs Motherboard Miami-based Alienware corporation manufactures highs-peed computers used by gamers and for Dell, the acquisition will expand its product line to a market segment it had not reached in the past. Alienware will remain a separate manufacturing facility, though Dell will manage shipping, an area where Alienware has lagged in the past with some buyers waiting up to 10 weeks for their computer.

Cox Supplier Partners Dell Dell was started in 1984 with the revolutionary idea to sell custom built computers directly to the customer. With the power of direct and Dell's team of talented people, they are able to provide customers with superb value; quality, relevant technology; customized systems; superior service and support; and products and services that are easy to buy and use. www.dell.com

Mainboard Driver Alienware generated $200 million in sales last year compared to Dell's $55.9 billion, so to Dell, the financial transaction was insignificant.

Computer Motherboard Dell already sells high-end workstations under its XPS brand, but with the Alienware brand it gets a product Dell had a hard time producing that interested gamers.

Asus Mainboard Gaming PCs can sell for up to10 times the amount a regular computer would go for. Dell has been expanding in the computer gaming market with its own souped up version of its high-end XPS line of computers in January that Dell is selling for $9,900.

Microprocessor Programming Michael Dell said in January that about 20 percent of PC users are gamers and that thecomputer makerwanted to capitalize on the high-performance gaming market.

Socket Motherboard Dell's acquisition of Alienware awoke speculation that Dell would beshifting its use ofIntel Corp. (Nasdaq: INTC) chips to Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NYSE: AMD), which run Alienware computers.

Ecs Mainboard Dell has already denied that it intends on switching to AMD microprocessors. Dell spokesman Jess Blackburn said,"Our strategy in terms of suppliers that we work with is unchanged. The acquisition of Alienwaredoesn't signal that we are changing that."

Motherboard Manual Alienware will continue to operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of the PC maker, and will continue to develop, market, sell, and support the Alienware products.

Shuttle Mainboard Founded in 1996, Alienware is best known for its high-performance gaming PCs and stylish laptops. The privately held company sells systems in the United States, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.

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