02.14.09
Gemini version available ♊︎Quick Mention: Microsoft Sued Over Vista (Again)
ABOUT a year ago, Microsoft was sued by a large crowd for selling “junk PCs” after colluding with Intel [1, 2, 3]. Another class action might be on its way as a lawsuit has just been filed [PDF] with intentions of turning itself into class action, as well.
Here is some coverage from around the Web:
- Microsoft Sued Over Vista-To-XP Downgrade Fees
- Woman Sues Microsoft Over XP Downgrade Charge
- Woman sues Microsoft over Vista to XP ‘downgrade’ fee
She’s seeking class action status for her complaint.
The suit also alleges that Microsoft used its monopoly power for Intel-based computers “to coerce OEMs, internet access providers
and others into agreeing to restrictive and anti-competitive licensing terms for its Windows XP operating system in order to stifle competition in the market.”
This will probably receive a lot more coverage in weeks/months to come. █
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Needs Sunlight said,
February 14, 2009 at 9:47 am
Those wishing to join the suit:
http://media.scenedaily.com/documents/Microsoft-suit.pdf