Judge sides with DOJ against Microsoft

 

"Most harmful of all is the message that Microsoft's actions have conveyed to every enterprise with the potential to innovate in the computer industry." - U.S. District Judge Thomas Penfield Jackson "If you want to look at what's great for consumers you have to look at our work and the work of our partners over the last 20 years." - Bill Gates, chief executive, Microsoft

Findings back Microsoft into a corner Judge Thomas Penfield Jackson's stinging 207-page findings of fact in the Microsoft antitrust trial opens a Pandora's box of legal problems for the software giant. Investors boost alternate OS firms Friday was a bad day for Microsoft, but makers of alternative operating systems are reaping the benefits on the stock market today. Harsh words for Microsoft "monopoly" update The federal judge's decisive statement is the first step of the ruling process in the landmark antitrust suit against the software giant--and could signal the verdict. Justice considers Microsoft breakup The Justice Department is considering a breakup of the world's largest software company as a possible remedy in its historic antitrust case, Assistant Attorney General Joel I. Klein says. Judge: Microsoft's power hurt many Think of any major high-technology company. Chances are it is mentioned as a victim of Microsoft in the findings of fact issued in the landmark antitrust trial. Competitors are "delighted" For many high-tech firms, the findings indicate that they may get a clearer shot at nabbing Microsoft's customers. Investors weigh impact on stock Investors are likely to sell its stock Monday, but Microsoft has proven to be resilient to short-term setbacks. Uncertain penalties in case Despite the court's stinging assessment, the outcome of the case is still far from certain. Jackson's findings of fact complete text The 207-page document reveals some very strong findings in the landmark trial.