>Is it possible that the MS site reduces the price by the rebate amount directly?
I don't know, but I doubt it. For one thing, the rebate is $50 and the posted price dropped by $60 (from $339 to $279). Plus, the rebate coupon is in the box so you get it regardless of what you paid for the box.
Rick Borup, MCSD
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