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To: dybdahl who wrote (67088)	4/11/2002 1:09:30 PM
From: DiViT	Read Replies (2) of 74651

If it redefines Linux specs to include, "Windows compatible" and "Runs the most well known Microsoft applications" Then IMO, it also, weakens some of the provisions in the litigating states remedies. Wouldn't you agree? In his testimony, Shapiro said three provisions of the litigating states' remedy are essential to restoring competition. The first would compel Microsoft to license through auction its Office application suite for use on competing operating systems. "This provision directly attacks the applications barrier to entry by ensuring continued availability of Office on the Macintosh and by making Office available on other operating systems such as Linux," Shaprio said, referring directly to the litigating states' proposed remedy. news.com.com

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