Computers | For whom the Dell tolls | Economist.com

Computers For whom the Dell tolls Economist.com: "Dell remains the largest PC vendor in the world, shipping 37m machines worldwide last year and commanding nearly 20% of the market (32% in America). Yet the firm, with a business model that was once the envy of the industry, has found that its chief advantages -- the lack of a physical sales channel and the ability to squeeze suppliers -- have become the chief sources of its woe. "

Timely reality check -- read the article.