The computer maker Dell Inc. will pay four million dollars in compensation and fines, more than a year after a New York court ruled that the company incurred false and deceptive advertising and promotional collateral on loans.
New York Attorney Andrew Cuomo said that some consumers paid for things they never received, including warranties that cost them additional payments of between 99 and 250 dollars each.
Cuomo said that Dell should clearly disclose that most customers are not eligible to get free plans for financing or repair "the next day.
Dell did not admit any fraudulent act in an agreement with the authorities of the State of New York announced on Tuesday.
U.S. customers can apply for rebates through cibersiitio www.nyagdell.com. It was not clear how many customers were affected.
A spokesman for Dell, a company based in Round Rock, Texas, said the company is pleased to resolve the matter.
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