Components Direct has a cheap system for Got|Apex? readers. It is a complete system like the HP Pavilion 6645. Here are the specs:

• Celeron 566Mhz (upgradeable to 700Mhz)
• 1 Year Warranty
• 4X CD-R
• 64MB PC100 SDRAM
• 15GB Hard Drive
• 48X CD-ROM
• Yamaha Sound Card
• Polk Audio Speakers
• 56K PCI WinModem
• 1.44 Floppy Drive
• Keyboard and Mouse

Just call them up at 1-888-4-COMPON and ask for the "Got|Apex? Exclusive 425" deal. The price should be $425.00!

• Update: Don't forget, these guys are the ones sponsering our contest with a brand new 1 Ghz Athlon System! You might just win it!!! Also, sign up and get a free Got|Apex? t-shirt. CONTEST!

There is some good stuff here, and nothing over $15.99.  Use the coupon code: MYBIZRATE for 20% off any purchase and it gets even cheaper. The link takes you to their main page, so just click on the clearance tab. BUGLEBOY

Expires 2/25/01.  Free shipping on orders over $50 (pre-discount).  OFFICEMAX

The sale of this product is up 42,000% today because they dropped the price like crazy. It lists at $85.00, but it's $19.99 now. Get it before it runs out. AMAZON

• Update: Sold out!

Use code: BCP20-598335 for a $20 off a $20+ Purchase discount.  FREE fedex shipping and 30 day satisfaction guarantee.  Great one to use for some earrings or something for the better half.  As we've stated before, it's hard to beat jewelry for winning you brownie points from your favorite gal.  ICE

>Get $10 off a $25+ purchase of videos, DVD's, music, and video games.  Limit is one per household.  FAMILYWONDER

More deals from Amazon.

• Hoffritz Platinum Series 14-Piece Cutlery Set - only $149.99. The list price is $350.00, and since your total will be over $99 you get free shipping. CUTLERY
• Hoffritz Stainless Steel Mandoline Slicer - $19.99. If you picked up the George Forman Grill, featured in our deal section the other day, this is a great accessory. It slices and shreds potatoes and other vegetables. SLICER

Need to share an internet connection with the rest of the house? Sure, you can set up a proxy server or use Microsoft's ICS, but it's not the same. That proxy server always has to be running, and ICS is not as secure as NAT (which the Barricade uses). Plus, it has a build-in 4-port SWITCH. There is also a built-in printer port to network your printer with. This is the unit I am currently running, and I couldn't be happier. Not only is the shipping free, but it's OVERNIGHT delivery! OUTPOST

There are some great deals in the outlet section of dsports. Be sure to browse them at your leisure. This is a great way to save money on winter and sports clothes. The deal I was eyeing is a Gore-Tex jacket for less than $50!!! These things cost like $200 retail! Here's how to find it:

• Go to DicksSportingGoods.com
• Click on the the tag that reads "Save up to 80% or more!"
• On the left Nav Bar, find "Outlet Brands" and click "Show All"
• Go to the 3rd page and click on "Sportif"
• The jacket should be the 2nd on down
• Use coupon code: CNNSI21 to get 10% off your entire order

This drive usually the same Sanyo Burn-Proof technology as the widely acclaimed Plextor. Burn-Proof stops the laser from writing on the disc when the buffer runs out and resumes writing when the buffer is filled again. You shouldn't be able to make any coasters with this drive. ESBUY

Half.com has pretty cheap stuff, so any coupon is a good coupon. Their latest one is for *ahem* new customers only. Just use coupon code: FUNKY at checkout. HALF

OurHouse.com has a daily specials page that you can grab some nice deals from. This website specializes in items for your house. They have plenty of things from tools to decorations. Give it a look. OURHOUSE

• They also have the Braun/Oral-B Solo Personal Dental Plaque Remover on sale. Braun/Oral-B

This is a GREAT store to get technical books. Tech books are expensive to begin with, and FatBrain is usually priced very well. Just use coupon code: MC15 to get $15 off your purchase of $49 or more. FATBRAIN

Pets can be expensive, but aren't they worth it? I love dogs personally, but I can imagine the cost of owning one. Order stuff online and save money and your poor back since it will be delivered right to your door!

• FEBLS33- $10 off $40+ purchase for ALL Customers!
• FEBLS34 - 15% off $25+ purchase for ALL Customers!
• PFD246 - 18% off your purchase!

PETFOODDIRECT

One more notebook for sale. This one is an unused Pentium III 600Mhz notebook. However, it was shipped to us in the wrong box. Go figure. Anyhow, here are the specs:

• Speedstep enabled Intel Pentium III 600Mhz CPU
• 15" XGA TFT LCD w/8mb Video
• 6GB HD
• 6x DVD
• 64MB SDRAM, expandable to 512MB
• 10/100 NIC + 56k v.90 modem in MiniPCI format
• Price is $1575 Shipped in the Continental US
• SOLD

On a related note, one of our staff, Darth, is selling his Playstation 2 (along with a bunch of games). Check it out. PS2 Update: SOLD ALSO

This model keeps coming up, doesn't it? That's because it's a good, reliable DVD player at a great price. This is the lowest end DVD player you want to go with. Try not to buy into those "no-namers" because those are generally of very poor build quality. VSTORES

Well Apex is quite busy as usual so I guess I'm covering the deals kinda for today. --spigidygak.
Anyhow here's a pretty decent deal, especially since they claim they have over 200 items under $15. Heh, Valentine's Day is coming up guys. PERFUME EMPORIUM

Well these are generic cartridges, but should work fine and at 3 for the price of 1 you can't go wrong. 3 FOR 1

800.com is having a clearance on 1000's of CD's at $4.94. Also if you use your Citi Bank card you can get 5% off your purchases. Shipping is not bad either $2.95 for the first cd, $0.95 for every other.

• 800.COM
• 5% CITIBANK DISCOUNT

Well sign up for it while you can. Can't go wrong with this one. WASHINGTON GOLF MONTHLY

Well, here it is.  It's FINALLY about to be released, and we need some help testing it.  Please see the new design, and post your comments and any bugs you may find.

• See the design here.  APEXDEALS
• Post comments and problems here.  If you find a problem, please remember to include your browser, browser version, and OS.  Thanks!  BETA_FORUM

CyberRebate has an AWESOME deal going.  As you know, most of their stuff is free after rebate.  Well, for a limited time, spend a certain amount, and you get great bonus's.  Again, as always, if you order through our links, and end up having a problem with the rebate, we can help you get your money back.  We've had a 100% success rate so far, thanks to a great relationship with one of the managers there at CyberRebate.  This expires 2/14/01, so don't miss out.  Don't forget, shipping is free as well!  CYBERREBATE

• Spend $200 before rebate, receive $10 e-coupon
• Spend $300 before rebate, receive $20 e-coupon
• Spend $400 before rebate, receive $30 e-coupon
• Spend $500 before rebate, receive $40 e-coupon + a FREE Scooter
• Spend $600 before rebate, receive $50 e-coupon + a FREE Scooter
• Spend $700 before rebate, receive $60 e-coupon + a FREE Scooter
• Spend $800 before rebate, receive $70 e-coupon + a FREE Scooter
• Spend $900 before rebate, receive $80 e-coupon + a FREE Scooter
• Spend $1000 before rebate, receive $90 e-coupon + a FREE Scooter
• Spend $1100 before rebate, receive $100 e-coupon + a FREE Scooter

For a short time only (until 2/13/01) new flooz customers can send $50 and get a $15 bonus for themselves!  This is a great promotion.  I've used this a bunch of times in the past.  I mean, I've used this, my wife's used this, my neighbor's used this, my dog's used this...  Anyhow, this is really helpful, since stores like Ashford and Outpost take flooz.  FLOOZ

• Goodie, goodie.  Outpost just dropped the price of their SMC Barricade Router/4 port switch/Print server to $114.95, including FREE overnight shipping!  Anyone see a great combo deal here?  OUTPOST

HOTHOTHOT!!! They have a very limited stock of these. You must call it in. I just spent 15 minutes on hold (their site is getting hammered!) before getting through. Definitely worth it though. Who ever thought a high quality brand new 21" monitor would be under 400 clams?   EADDITIONS

Still shopping around for the perfect gift for your Valentine?  How about a gift basket, they have some really nice ones.  Use coupon code: 539214 for 15% off, and ground shipping is FREE.  GIFTBASKETS

Special FREE promotional offer.  Get a Pearl necklace, bracelet and earring set for FREE, normally this set retails for $39.95.  You pay only $4.95 for shipping!  PEARLS

Use Coupon Code: WD4567.  MIKASA

Good for 1 week only, and only for US customers. We have them in our cases. If you're an overclocker, make sure you use the best. Note: Shipping charges may reflect in your order, but WILL NOT BE BILLED.  FROZENCPU

Lots of good deals to be had, and with this coupon the deal gets even better.  Just use coupon code: FIVENOW at checkout.  HALF

Ok, got one more for you except this one is for first time customers only. Use coupon code: CUPID.  HALF