This IDC study provides detailed analysis, conclusions, and forecasts regarding the dynamics of the South African personal computer market. The information in this study is intended to provide an understanding of the changes and challenges facing the PC industry. IDC's 2007 figures and analysis are based on information gathered from interviews with the leading IT companies (vendors, distributors, assemblers, system integrators, value-added resellers, and dealers) active in the region.

"The South African PC market will be characterized by mobile growth, as wireless connectivity adoption increases and pushes notebook growth to higher levels." - Hannes Fourie, PC Analyst, South Africa