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Very Fair offer

The repeatedly convicted predatory monopolist indicates this is a very fair offer. Given Mr. Gates consistent and continuing reputation for "fairness", I think we should just take his word for it- he is a unique authority on the subject.
Here is a little more information covering how Mr, Gates puts "fairness" into practice:

http://www.albion.com/microsoft/findings.html

And here is a summary of Mr. Gates legendary "fairness" (from judge Jackson): "Most harmful of all is the message that Microsoft's actions have conveyed to every enterprise with the potential to innovate in the computer industry. Through its conduct toward Netscape, IBM, Compaq, Intel, and others, Microsoft has demonstrated that it will use its prodigious market power and immense profits to harm any firm that insists on pursuing initiatives that could intensify competition against one of Microsoft's core products. Microsoft's past success in hurting such companies and stifling innovation deters investment in technologies and businesses that exhibit the potential to threaten Microsoft. The ultimate result is that some innovations that would truly benefit consumers never occur for the sole reason that they do not coincide with Microsoft's self-interest."

Posted by: dfolk   Posted on: 02/19/08 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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