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Dell and Microsoft Announce Partnership for Internet Access Service

Strategic Insights

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In a move to enhance the Internet experience for Dell customers, the company has partnered with Microsoft to offer a new Internet access service, DellNet by MSN. Starting in November 2000, all new Dell consumer desktop and notebook PC purchases in the U.S. will come with a one-year subscription to this service. DellNet by MSN provides fast access to the Web, MSN, and Dell's award-winning service and support.

Key Takeaways:

  • The service, DellNet by MSN, is a customized version of Microsoft's MSN Explorer, which includes Internet access, MSN Hotmail, MSN Search, and MSN eShop, among other features.
  • Customers who purchase a Dell Dimension or Inspiron PC will receive a one-year subscription to DellNet by MSN, valued at $19.95 per month.
  • The service allows customers to easily configure settings for a personalized interface and Web experience.
  • DellNet by MSN will continue to enhance with unique personalization options and seamless broadband and home connectivity solutions.
  • The partnership between Dell and MSN aims to make access to the Internet easily available through one of the world's premier direct suppliers of PCs and services for consumers.
  • Jerry Shaw, senior vice president of Dell's consumer business, stated, "We're excited to partner with MSN to offer our customers a comprehensive online experience."
  • Yusuf Mehdi, vice president of MSN, added, "DellNet by MSN gives consumers a new home on the Internet where they can be more productive in their lives."
  • The service is available only to residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, and customers must be 18 years or older to qualify.

Statistics:

  • The partnership between Dell and MSN is expected to make access to the Internet easily available through one of the world's premier direct suppliers of PCs and services for consumers.
  • Approximately 33 markets and 17 languages are supported by MSN, a broader global presence than any other portal.
  • MSN takes advantage of the Microsoft.NET platform to offer leading services, any time, any place, and on any device.
  • Approximately 30 billion dollars in revenues were reported by Dell for the past four quarters, making the company the world's leading direct computer systems company.

Sources:

  • BUSINESS WIRE--Nov. 29, 2000
  • NEWS RELEASE--Dell and Microsoft Corp.
  • MSN--About MSN
  • DELL--About Dell Computer Corporation

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