MIAMI — Dell Inc. (DELL), the world's largest computer maker, said Wednesday it would buy Alienware Corp., whose high-ends PCs are widely acclaimed by video gamers for their fast performance and sleek, UFO-themed looks.

Dell, based in Round Rock, Texas, didn't announce terms of the deal.

Dell said Alienware "will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary following completion of the transaction and will maintain its own product development, product marketing, sales, technical support and other operations as well as brand.

"The management and founders of Alienware will continue to operate the company as a standalone unit of Dell," Dell said.

Miami-based Alienware was founded in 1996 by Nelson Gonzalez and Alex Aguila, two childhood friends. It is on track to hit $225 million in sales this year, up from $172 million in 2005, according to recent projections by Gonzalez, the privately held company's CEO. Aguila is president.

 

This must be Dell's way of getting out of their deal to exclusively sell Intel stuff. Speculation. As good as Alienware is, I wouldn't pay that much.

 

Everyone knew that a week ago Vader

http://reviews.cnet.com/4531-10921_7-6464030.html

 

I'm looking at buying an alienware laptop right now. I really like them but the cost it kinda up there but I've heard it's well worth it.

 

Good move on dells part. Dell has been struggling with their consumer end. Too much focusing on the Corporate sales.

 

Not everyone...real techs gave up on Cnet years ago....posers still rely on it.

Besides until I know about it, it isn't official.