790070--3/2/2009--EMC

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Our business could be materially adversely affected as a result of general economic and market conditions, including the current economic crisis. Our business could be materially adversely affected as a result of a lessening demand in the information technology market. Competitive pricing, sales volume, mix and component costs could materially adversely affect our revenues, gross margins and earnings. If our suppliers are not able to meet our requirements, we could have decreased revenues and earnings. Our financial performance may be impacted by the financial performance of VMware. Our stock price is volatile and may be affected by the trading price of VMware Class A common stock and/or speculation about the possibility of future actions we might take in connection with our VMware stock ownership. We may be unable to keep pace with rapid industry, technological and market changes. The markets we serve are highly competitive and we may be unable to compete effectively. We may have difficulty managing operations. Our investment portfolio could experience a decline in market value which could adversely affect our financial results. If our cost cutting measures are not successful, our business could be adversely affected. Our business may suffer if we are unable to retain or attract key personnel. Our quarterly revenues and earnings could be materially adversely affected by uneven sales patterns and changing purchasing behaviors. Risks associated with our distribution channels may materially adversely affect our financial results. Due to the international nature of our business, changes in foreign conditions or other factors could impair our international operations, future revenue or financial condition. Undetected problems in our products could directly impair our financial results. Our business could be materially adversely affected as a result of the risks associated with alliances. Our business may suffer if we cannot protect our intellectual property. We may become involved in litigation that may materially adversely affect us. We may have exposure to additional income tax liabilities. Changes in regulations could materially adversely affect us. Changes in generally accepted accounting principles may adversely affect us. Our business could be materially adversely affected as a result of the risks associated with acquisitions and investments. Our pension and retirement benefit plan assets are subject to market volatility. Our business could be materially adversely affected by changes in regulations or standards regarding energy use of our products. Our business could be materially adversely affected as a result of war or acts of terrorism.

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