Who has time to wait for public works projects to resuscitate the gasping economy. While BO says a broadband build out might be the next interstate highway system, we're impatient: thus, the deals of the day.

Gaming:

• Sony Dualshock PS3 Wireless Controller for $40.99 plus free shipping (originally $54.99).

• Left 4 Dead on Xbox 360 for $39.98 plus free shipping (originally $59.99).

• Project Gotham Racing 4 on Xbox 360 for $15.99 plus free shipping (originally $29.99).

• The Simpsons on PS3 for $9.99 (originally $29.99).

Home Entertainment:

• Vizio 47'' 1080p LCD HDTV for $561.16 plus free shipping (originally $1,300).

• Sharp Aquos 52'' 1080p LCD HDTV for $1,421.25 (originally $2,099.99 - use coupon code "AFLTV25").

• Philips 42'' 1080p LCD HDTV & Blu-Ray Player Bundle for $997 (originally $1,200).

• Sharp 42'' 1080p LCD HDTV for $759.99 (originally $1,399.99).

• Sony 7.1 Channel Audio/Video Receiver for $201.96 (originally $299.99).

Computing and Peripherals:

• Buffalo Technology 300GB USB2.0 External Hard Drive for $69.99 plus free shipping (originally $99.99).

• Western Digital 320GB Hard Drive for $69.99 plus free shipping (originally $129.99).

• Logitech MX Revolution Laser Mouse (Refurbished) for $34.99 plus free shipping (originally $79.99).

• Roxio Toast 9 Titanium for $46.99 plus free shipping (originally $85).

• TRENDnet Wireless Firewall Router for $14.99 plus free shipping (originally $39.99 - use coupon code "EMCBCAECK" - valid until 12/10).

Personal Portables:

• iPod classic 120GB for $219.99 plus free shipping (originally $249).

• Kodak EasyShare 10mp Digital Camera for $99.99 plus free 4GB Memory Card and free shipping (originally $199.99).

• Eye-Fi Home Wireless 2GB SDD for $51.99 plus free shipping (originally $79.99).

Stocking Stuffers:

• Lost - The Complete Seasons 1-3 for $58.99 plus free shipping (originally $179.97 - valid only on 12/08).

• Without a Trace - Season 1 on DVD for $11.99 (originally $27.98).

• Without a Trace - Season 2 on DVD for $11.99 (originally $59.98).

HOBOMODO:

• Nintendo Wii Condoms for $0 (originally $4 each - you need to enter your personal Wiimote codes).

• Walden Media Calendar and Amazing Grace DVD for $0 (requires free registration with Walden.com).

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