I think that this is a good step forward for some business client. We[IT Pros] all know that any machine needs to be clean swiped before we give it to the end-user in a business. But we can see a start for some lightly technical customers now have a choice. And choices and options are nice. If they were free would be even nicer.
Here is what I currently saw as options for a DELL Latitude D820 that I was configuring. Oh and the prices just keep getting better.
Advanced Configurations
Quickly configure frequently used options and settings.
Select options below
Hide Microsoft Outlook Express [$2]
Remove Microsoft Games [$2]
Hide Microsoft Legacy Communications [$2]
Enable Wake-on-LAN [$10]
Enable Auto-On [$10]
Boot to Hard Disk Drive [$10]
DELL is also featuring this processor for it's Precision 390 desktop line:
Intel™ Core®2 Extreme QX6700 2.66GHz/1066MHz/8MB L2/Quad-core/VT [add $1264]