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Last month's antitrust ruling by U.S. District Court Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly places strong but fair restrictions on Microsoft. Judge Kollar-Kotelly largely accepted the terms of the settlement reached by Microsoft, the Department of Justice and nine states, while rejecting the additional penalties sought by nine other non-settling states and the District of Columbia. She wrote, "The court is satisfied that the parties have reached a settlement which comports with the public interest."
http://news.com.com/2100-1001-964278.html
http://news.com.com/2100-1001-964332.html
Despite broad support for last month's court decision, Massachusetts and West Virginia recently filed notice that they will appeal Judge Kollar-Kotelly's ruling. The District of Columbia and all other non-settling states -- California, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota and Utah - have decided not to appeal.
http://www.reuters.com/newsArticle.jhtml?type=topNews&storyID=1838648
Microsoft has stated that it is focused on complying fully with the court's judgment, and the Company has already taken steps to meet the terms of the ruling. At the same time, Microsoft will continue to develop innovative products that meet the demands of consumers, businesses, governments and institutions. The Company remains committed to working collaboratively with governments and the IT industry to address critical public policy issues that impact the future of technology and innovation.
Visit the Freedom to Innovate Network
To learn more about the antitrust case and policy issues facing the technology industry, visit the Freedom to Innovate Network Web site at:
www.microsoft.com/freedomtoinnovate
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