Dell Announces Computer Deals, Xbox 360 Availability for Thanksgiving Holiday Shoppers; Dell.com Prepped for Online Rush Beginning Tuesday.ROUND ROCK, Texas -- Dell (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :DELL) is helping U.S. consumers get a head start on the holiday buying season with online deals for select Inspiron(TM) notebooks and Dimension(TM) desktops, and the launch of a new Web portal See portal. for gamers featuring the availability of Microsoft's long-awaited Xbox 360(TM) gaming console See video game console. . Beginning Tuesday, shoppers can visit the new Dell Gaming Center portal at www.dell.com/gaming and purchase Xbox 360 gaming consoles bundled with games and accessories while supplies last. From Wednesday through Nov. 27, Dell will offer $599 Dimension E310 desktops, $399 Inspiron 2200 notebooks and $299 Dimension 3000 desktop computers.(a) "One of our busiest online shopping periods begins right before Thanksgiving," said Tom West, Dell's marketing director for home and small business. "The trend is clear that more consumers are shopping online from the comfort of home versus fighting congested con·gest·ed adj. Affected with or characterized by congestion. congested ENT adjective Referring to a boggy blood-filled tissue. See Nasal congestion. parking lots and crowded checkout lines." The specially priced computer systems are designed to handle entertainment, productivity, Web and multimedia applications. The Dimension E310 brings excellent horsepower to consumers with an Intel(R) Pentium(TM) 4 processor and a 17-inch flat-panel monitor. The Inspiron 2200 is equipped with integrated wireless and 14.1-inch display; and the Dimension 3000 configuration includes a 17-inch CRT (1) (C RunTime) See runtime library. (2) (Cathode Ray Tube) A vacuum tube used as a display screen in a computer monitor or TV. The viewing end of the tube is coated with phosphors, which emit light when struck by electrons. monitor. The latter two systems will be bundled with a free color printer A printer that prints in color using three (CMY) or four (CMYK) colors of ink, toner or dye. Four color ribbons have been used in dot matrix printers, but these are rare today. See color laser printer and printer. , Microsoft's Windows(R) XP Home Edition operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. and a 90-day limited warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. (b). Upgrade options are also available. The Dell Gaming Center provides easy access and navigation to purchase Dell XPS The Dell XPS is a high-end line of gaming computers sold by Dell. The "Xtreme Performance System", or XPS, dates back to 1993. Development In early 1993 it was agreed by Dell's staff that it needed to create products to serve the rapidly growing consumer PC market. (TM) 600 and XPS (1) See XML Paper Specification. (2) A brand name for certain models of Inspiron laptops from Dell. M170 computer gaming systems, gaming consoles, and accessories and software ranging from gaming joysticks to multiplayer and role-playing titles. Downloadable PC games are also available from the Dell Gaming Center to make it easy and quick to install and play games without leaving home. With the recent move to accept PayPal payments, Dell is also giving customers another convenient payment option to purchase computers, electronics and accessories throughout the holidays. For more information about Dimension and Inspiron systems for consumers, visit www.dell4me.com. About Dell Dell Inc. (NASDAQ:DELL) is a trusted and diversified information-technology supplier and partner, and sells a comprehensive portfolio of products and services directly to customers worldwide. Dell, recognized by Fortune magazine as America's most admired company and No. 3 globally, designs, builds and delivers innovative, tailored systems that provide customers with exceptional value. Company revenue for the last four quarters was $54.2 billion. For more information about Dell and its products and services, visit www.dell.com. Pricing, specifications, availability, and terms of offers may change without notice. Taxes, fees, and shipping, handling, and any applicable restocking charges are extra, and vary. Offers may not be combined with other offers or discounts. Dell cannot be responsible for pricing or other errors, and reserves the right to cancel orders arising from such errors. (a) MAIL-IN REBATE: Offers expire 11/27/2005, 11 PM CT. Rebate coupon must be postmarked within 30 calendar days of your system ship date and rebate checks are ordinarily processed within 8-10 weeks. See www.dell4me.com/rebates or call 800-624-9897 for rebate coupon and details. (b) For a copy of our guarantees or limited warranties, please write Dell USA L.P., Attn: Warranties, One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682. For more information, visit www.dell.com/warranty. 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