Google, Dell in computer tie-up (BBC)

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Computer giant Dell and internet search engine Google have reached a deal to install a version of Google software on Dell at the factory level.

The Dell computers will contain Google software including several personal computer applications, a Google toolbar and a co-branded homepage.
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Google chief executive Eric Schmidt said that it was the first of several deals.
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Microsoft has identified this sort of software as a key threat to its business.

Shares in Dell climbed 12 cents higher to $24.30 and Google rose $1.74 to $382.99 after the announcement.
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more: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/5018372.stm

On edit: added bold, just to kick some sand in Bill G.'s eyes

[SmokingJacket]

1. Ack! Why does this bug me??

I feel conspired against.

Think I'll learn to put together my own computers.

[damntexdem]

3. Fighting Microsoft by adopting ...

its disgusting strategies.

[Prisoner_Number_Six]

2. Note to Self:

Dude!! You're NEVER getting a Dell!