Linked by Thom Holwerda on Fri 9th May 2008 20:24 UTC
In February 2008, the European Commission fined Microsoft for the record-breaking amount of 899 million Euros, for not complying to the 2004 ruling from Brussels. Today, Microsoft announced it has decided to appeal the fine. "We are filing this appeal in a constructive effort to seek clarity from the court. We will not be saying anything further," the company stated.
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2006-02-10
Microsoft's strongest point is monopoly. It would be insane for them to drop Europe, even if they had to charge 1/10 of what they charge in USA, because that would mean losing control and actually competing on quality and value.
PS Windows buyers are not paying just for the salaries of programmers and engineers. If they did, Windows *would* cost 1/10 of what it costs now.
Edited 2008-05-10 11:00 UTC