In Torchlight 2 there are several types of items.

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For instance, it uses U.S. Postal Service data to determine when someone has moved--a "trigger event" that may mean a consumer is in the market for certain types of items, such as kitchenware.

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On April 22, federal authorities searched a trash receptacle from Dutschke's Tupelo home and found, among other items, different types of yellow paper, address labels and a dust mask.

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Other items include sweatshirts, skateboards and two types of Converse high tops, all of which will be stamped with the special Steel Wheels logo.

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While Wal-Mart sells almost every type of merchandise, Best Buy specializes in electronics and these items tend to sell at much higher prices compared to other types of merchandise.

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The increased acceptance to buy items like pants and shoes online has had some companies launching specific sites for certain types of apparel.

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The other disadvantages are the lack of market visibility and control over critical items such as price and service that the exporter is likely to have under these types of arrangements.

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