Recently, an article entitled "What Novell Could Learn From Google" discussed conjecture among many that one of the reasons that Google had acquired YouTube was to ensure its continued existence by providing the necessary deep pockets to fend off copyright and other IP claims.

Well, now it appears that Microsoft is looking for similar publicity, apparently their recent acquisition Tellme is in the process of being sued themselves for patent infringement.

Perhaps this is Microsoft's attempt at "pulling a Google" to bring attention to their calls for patent reform? Or, do they just like paying out judgements?