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To: Ausdauer who wrote (16395)	11/2/2000 2:54:14 PM
From: Jim Greif	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 60323

Aus, A settlement is undoubtedly preferable, but lawyers rarely move toward settlement this early. I know it doesn't seem early to anyone sensible, but settlements are often reached after all the testimony is heard--just before the jury or judge gets the case. It allows the attorneys to decide if their case went well or not. It's a nutty system, but it's the only one we've got. Jim

To: Ausdauer who wrote (16395)	11/2/2000 8:03:42 PM
From: Craig Freeman	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 60323

Ausdauer, re: "Still hoping this Lexar thing gets settled out of court." IMHO, a settlement isn't likely. Sony owns a piece of LEXR and it is in Sony's interest to do anything they can to limit the value of SNDK's IP. Japanese warfare is different than U.S. logic. They prepare endlessly and are willing to fight over extended periods ... wearing down their opponents. If necessary, they are willing to sacrifice almost anything to obtain their goals. Stockholders be damned. Quarterly reports are a nuisance. Sony is in the battle for "as long as it takes". If the "Stick" dies like "Beta", there are several Sony execs who will be seriously reviewing their sword collections. But, if Sony can degrade SNDK's patents even a tiny bit, they will have achieved success. Don't expect Sony to give up the fight any time soon. With LEXR as their proxy, they may go on "forever". Craig