| Microsoft and AOL Time Warner agree to a far-reaching settlement that includes technology sharing, software distribution and a $750 million payout. Peace pact a sign of the times
analysisThe seeds of Thursday's surprise settlement with Microsoft were planted following a sweeping management shakeup at AOL Time Warner that culminated with Steve Case announcing his resignation as chairman.
May 30, 2003 Microsoft to pay AOL $750 million
update The two companies drop pending litigation and announce a seven-year deal under which AOL Time Warner will license Internet Explorer for free.
May 29, 2003 Microsoft wins in digital media
The settlement with AOL brings a powerful new ally to Microsoft's side in pushing Windows Media against rivals, including RealNetworks and Apple.
May 29, 2003 AOL, Microsoft to talk about IM
As part of their major truce, the two tech giants pledge to discuss making their instant messenger products talk to each other.
May 29, 2003 Is this the end of Netscape?
The settlement with Microsoft likely signals the end of AOL's waning interest in Netscape, analysts say.
May 29, 2003 AOL, Microsoft learn to just get along
perspective CNET News.com's Michael Kanellos looks at how the shifting industry landscape has made the two rivals unlikely allies again.
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