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From: ericmcg@pnet91.cts.com (Eric Mcgillicuddy)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.apple2
Subject: Re: GS home (was software rehash)
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Date: 25 May 91 18:45:02 GMT
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>Think about this:  For $2675 I can get a I386/33 box with 4MB RAM, 120MB HD,
>Super VGA interface w/ 1024x768x256(color) monitor, 120MB tape backup,
>MS-DOS V4.01, Windows V3.0, Adobe Type Manager, a laser printer and other
>misc. software or hardware (2400 bps modem).
>
>Would *I* buy a IIgs for the same money if "I" were buying a new system?
>Not on your life.
>
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No you can't.  The cheapest "name" clone is twice that. Remember you are
buying a "name" Apple II or Mac, so make identical comparisons. I am farily
lucky in that Dell, Compaq, Epson, Commodore and a couple other major clone
makers have offices nearby, however Bob and Joe's Computer clone maker that
gives such a good deal today may be gone tommorrow, particularly since the
recession is cutting sales while competition is cutting margins at the same
time. That two year warranty may have no validity if the company folds.

Apple dealers are available in most cities over 100,000 people and this should
put them within driving distance of most owners. You know that no matter where
you go ther will be a friendly Apple dealer waiting to sell you a Mac instead
of fixing your Apple II.... err I mean, "empower you". But you get my drift. 

Buying a clone is a one time deal, few of the low-ball clone dealers offer
support (I, and many others, don't require support, but many still do) and my
experience is that once they have your money and the system is functional they
don't go out of their way to see that you are happy. "Names" go out of their
way to get a good reputation for customer satisfaction, but this costs money,
sometimes it is worth it.

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