專八mini-lecture，由于答案不是唯一的，所以采取聽(tīng)寫(xiě)策略。本篇mini-lecture大概分為五個(gè)音頻聽(tīng)寫(xiě)。
概述：This lecture aims to provide a better understanding of the benefits of Internet shopping by identifying and discussing the advantages of Internet shopping over traditional storefront shopping.

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Dell Computer
One of the reasons for lower prices is that shoppers are able to buy directly from a manufacturer's or wholesaler's website using the Internet. As more manufacturers and wholesalers cut off retail intermediaries to sell directly to consumers via the Internet, costs are lowered and hence they are able to offer lower prices. Examples of such companies are Dell Computer and , which are able to offer their products at lower prices as compared to most physical retail storefronts. The other is that online stores are not burdened by the costs of running a physical store, such as the rent of the physical premises and operating costs such as the wages of sales staff. The cost savings by online stores lead to lower pricing on the Internet, passing on cost savings to shoppers. The Internet encourages online vendors to complete amongst one another by lowering prices. In conclusion, I highly recommend that all consumers should try online shopping. Once you have a go, you will never let it go. I'm sure.