>Consider also that Intel chipsets are sold in larger quantities than
>others. I've heard that Intel outsells all others combined by some
>multiple, 3X or more if I'm not mistaken. Now consider that specialize
>in clearing out old technology, e.g. Tiger Direct. I watch many closeout
>sources, and rarely see any motherboards offered by them except VIA (and
>SiS). Why would Intel be disproportionately represented by such places?

Because Intel charges way more for their chipsets than the other
vendors - because they can - because they're Intel - and when price is
the ONLY factor, it's hard to squeeze Intel in there.

Article in today's Toronto Star business section said Intel's gross
profit margin for the last quarter is hovering around the 60% mark...

-Derek

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