The joy of online shopping

Walking into a well known computer chain store in Durban, I enquired about a product after having been ignored by the 5 salesmen.  After waiting what felt like forever, the salesman returned with a demo of the product – demo meaning a plastic shell, meaning they didn’t even have stock.  I asked about the price and was told it retails at R2,500.  He didn’t look too interested.  He also didn’t refer to nor showed me any of the add-ons that come with the product.  In fact, he didn’t even make eye contact.  An ATM has more personality.   Um….     

Upon arriving at home I hopped onto the net and found the same product for R1,000 plus free extra’s thrown in to make the deal sweeter.  Shipping is free of charge.  A reputable online shop.  Within 30min the order was placed, paid for and confirmed.  Delivery will take place via courier.

Apart from having to wait for delivery, I fail to see the point in supporting brick and mortar computer shops.