Microsoft's bold bid for Yahoo

Software giant goes public with $44.6 billion bid for the Net pioneer. Will Yahoo succumb to the advances or rebuff Microsoft as it has before? (Editors' note: This roundup of stories has been superseded by a more complete and up-to-date page of stories, video, and photos--click here.)

Microsoft bids $44.6 billion for Yahoo

The offer--described by Yahoo as "unsolicited"--amounts to $31 per share, or a 62 percent premium above its closing price Thursday.
February 1, 2008

FAQ: What's next for Microsoft's Yahoo bid?

Microsoft faces financial and legal hurdles in its unsolicited bid for Yahoo. CNET News.com walks you through the potential steps.
February 1, 2008

With Yahoo, Microsoft faces antitrust fight once again

There are plenty of obstacles to overcome before the feds get involved. But there are already signs that any review will be intense.
February 1, 2008