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I would just order online and get it delivered to your door. Why would anyone go through the hassle of shopping the old fashion way for this?

If you purchase through the Apple retail store, they will schedule you with a free set-up appointment to set up email and other options. I do not think an online store purchase gets the same benefit.
 
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Well, I went ahead and ordered mine online. Its on the way now so I am pretty excited.:)
 
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