<< Anyone know of a good deal on a quality but cheap 4-port USB hub? >>
Yeah. Head to Circuit City and pick up the ADS Ultra Hub 4-port USB hub for $29.99 - regular price. I've owned the $25 - $29 Belkin USB port and it's a piece of garbage. The cover fell off mine and the label came unglued also. The ADS is a much better made hub.
Buy.Com DOES NOT raise their prices during *free* shipping times. Their prices go up and down on a daily basis base on their competition's prices. However, it is wise to put the item in the shopping cart at this time. Then, on Monday if the price is higher, you are good to go. However, if the on-line price is lower, you can clear it and put the newer priced item in your cart.