PC makers want to be teacher's pet

Sony's got new deals, but did it miss the bus? PC makers play the subtraction game, lowering prices to boost sales. Will it help?

CNET News staff

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CNET News staff

Aug. 28, 2002 1:23 p.m. PT

After a dismal year, PC makers are hoping a quick lesson in price cuts will help boost sales in the back-to-school season. And Sony wants into class with its new notebooks for students, but analysts say the company is tardy.

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