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What does OEM mean?

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Very often we see OEM computer products, hardware as well as software. It seems cheaper than the 'normal' product, so what is the difference?
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Thanks for the links.

So, I understand that the support & guarantee is not insured by the original manufacturer, but 'should' be insured by the dealer?
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So OEM software is usually sold with a computer. What about OEM hardware, for instance here:

http://www.dealsonic.com/logbdblacopw.html

they sell a mouse, but they don't say that it must be bought when purchasing a computer( or I don't read correctly). So my question: There is no legal rules or laws? Is it just usual practice to do so?
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