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Microsoft extends Vista bulk license discount to Europe
March 26, 2007
Amid complaints about bloated prices for the OS in the United Kingdom, software maker extends a U.S. discount program's reach.
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In Europe, Microsoft aims to mute open-source 'noise'
June 30, 2004
Exec pooh-poohs "emotional debate" and says defections to Linux are limited to just a few high-profile cases.
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Europe turns up the heat on tech
June 8, 2004
With the revival of a moribund antitrust probe of Intel, the EU reveals itself as an aggressive regulator willing to cross swords with the United States. Also: Microsoft files its appeal.
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Still unanswered questions in EU decision
March 24, 2004
Interpretations differ on how the European Commission's decision will affect Microsoft, consumers and competitors.
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Microsoft-Lindows battle expands in Europe
December 8, 2003
Microsoft expands its trademark dispute with Lindows to Europe, putting pressure on the Linux seller and its PC partners to stop distributing the company's open-source operating system.
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FAQ: What's ahead for Microsoft
March 24, 2004
What does the software giant have to do to comply with the EU ruling, and what is the impact for consumers?
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Looking for Lindows? Try Linspire
April 14, 2004
Following European court rulings in its trademark battle with Microsoft, the software maker renames its open-source operating system.
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Europe plays hardball with Microsoft
March 25, 2004
special coverage Members of Congress are quick to protest the EU's $613 million fine against Microsoft. Also: An intellectual-property precedent could help the software giant in its appeal. Read u...
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Oracle case bounces to Europe
September 10, 2004
The European Commission is studying the U.S. court decision favoring Oracle's PeopleSoft buyout and deciding whether to pursue its own objections.
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It's all in the timing for Real
December 19, 2003
Analysts see an ongoing European investigation of Microsoft, an update to Windows XP and other factors as prompting the company's antitrust suit.
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China vies with U.S. for spam title, report says
April 21, 2006
Overall, computers in Asia relay more junk e-mail than those in any other continent, according to Sophos research.
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Microsoft revs its automotive engines
November 26, 2003
The software maker has convinced carmakers to use its Windows CE operating system to power a variety of in-car electronics, from navigation systems to music players to information devices.
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