What IS 0EM Software And Why D0 You Care?

'Forum Post ulist at gs1.ubuntuforums.org
Sun Jan 15 15:48:35 UTC 2006


This really is a simple google question :)

> Software bundled into a new PC sale, usually with something missing or
> lessened such as the user manual or the flashy packaging. OEMs have
> deals with suppliers (such as Microsoft with its Windows or Works
> software) to cut prices for bundled products, because they can buy in
> bulk. So the trade-off is: the end user gets it cheaper but doesn't get
> all the components of a package bought retail off the shelf.
Source: http://tinyurl.com/dpboa

But do mind, buying OEM software is not always legal, since it's
especially made to deliver with a new computer someone buys.


-- 
Derek Djons




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