Sign of the times

Have you ever dreamed of being sued by Microsoft? Then now's your chance to grab one of the remaining vestiges of a name that reliably sends Redmond lawyers into overdrive.

Someone associated with Linspire is selling off the building sign bearing the company's old name, Lindows, which company founder Michael Robertson gave up earlier this year to earn a $20 million payout from Microsoft. The software giant contended that the name infringed on its Windows trademark.

The sign consists of seven easily rearranged letters, which the eBay auction page notes would be ideal for any sports team named the Lions. Turn a few letters upside down, and the combo becomes perfect for vendors of spumoni or unipods.

"Warning! Improper placement of 'W' may result in lawsuits," the listing advises. "Use at your own risk."