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Michael Dell Chairman and CEO of Dell Inc. arrives at the launch event of Windows 8 operating system in New York, October 25, 2012. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson
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DOES MICHAEL DELL STAY? As part of his deal with the special committee of Dell board that is running the auction process, Michael Dell canada goose uk shop has to explore the possibility of working with third parties on alternative offers. On Monday, Dell said he had reaffirmed that commitment.
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