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The abuse is continuing

"And why does it extend to June 30, 2006? Was Microsoft still abusing its
monopoly then, years after the antitrust settlement?"

Yes. The EC has found the abuse continuing. The DoJ had this to say about the US
abuse:

[quote]
U.S. Justice Department lawyer Renata Hesse conceded in May
that the American approach--which has not relied on coercion--
had failed to accomplish as much in five years, more than twice
the time since Europe in 2004 ruled the firm was exploiting a
near-monopoly.
[/quote]
http://news.zdnet.com/2100-3513_22-6091994.html

Oh sorry, those on the MS payroll (or MS advertising drip) would like you to
believe something different. Maybe the paid for shills can help you out;-)

Posted by: Richard Flude   Posted on: 02/14/07 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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