The case for a breakup; best competition for the Windows system exists within Microsoft, government says

Article Abstract:

The government's proposed remedy in the Microsoft antitrust case would divide Microsoft into two companies in order to foster competition and innovation in the high-tech industry. Leading economists writing for the government predict that Microsoft's own Office software suite, once put under the control of a separate company from that which controls Microsoft Windows, will contribute significantly to a revival of competition in the software operating system market. The Office firm could develop its own operating system, and it could be made to support operating systems that compete with Windows, such as Linux. Economists predict that any risks entailed in the proposed breakup will be more than compensated in the long run through increased competition and ultimately lower prices.

Planning, Competition (Economics), Economists, Corporate divestiture, Divestiture, Romer, Paul M.

---

Antitrust deal is called big victory for Microsoft

Article Abstract:

Industry experts describe Microsoft's tentative settlement of its three-year lawsuit with the Department of Justice as a colossal victory for the company. The settlement attempts to prevent Microsoft from intimidating its partners and rivals, and would force it to share some technical information, but these are considered mild concessions for a company found by the court to have repeatedly violated U.S. antitrust laws. The settlement would prevent Microsoft from pricing deals that essentially force PC makers to favor Microsoft over its rivals. In addition the settlement would set up a three-member advisory committee to oversee compliance.

Compromise and settlement, Settlements (Law)

---

U.S. and some states split on Microsoft, risking new delay

Article Abstract:

The Department of Justice's inability to win the endorsement of all 18 states for the proposed settlement in the antitrust lawsuit against Microsoft will probably delay resolution of the case for months. One group of attorneys general is prepared to challenge the proposed consent decree, and Justice Department insiders who've worked on the case for years reportedly feel profoundly dissatisfied and betrayed by the deal worked out and approved by George W. Bush's political appointees, because it is too slanted in favor of Microsoft and is rife with loopholes that would give Microsoft continuing control and protect its advantage in new markets.

Attorneys general, Reilly, Thomas F., Spitzer, Eliot

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: New focus for Gates is consumer electronics; Microsoft bringing its tactics to games. Serious about research, Microsoft makes time for a game
• Abstracts: Taco Bell abruptly drops the agency that created its popular wisecracking spokesdog. New ad agency prefers a homespun approach in pitching whiskey to savvy consumers
• Abstracts: Critic sees flaws in Microsoft's strategy; an influential scientist calls focus on Web browsing a mistake. Microsoft plans a new strategy for the Internet
• Abstracts: Hong Kong phone company approves a takeover bid; but the final decision is up to shareholders. Quick sale of mobile stake in Hong Kong; deal pushes Telstra beyond Australia
• Abstracts: A group of independent agencies help one another compete against the multinational giants. Research methods are being developed to help advertisers find out what you really think

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.