WinInfo Daily UPDATE, July 8, 2004

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In the News - Judge Approves Microsoft's California Antitrust Settlement ==== In the News ==== by Paul Thurrott, [email protected] Judge Approves Microsoft's California Antitrust Settlement A superior court judge has approved Microsoft's 2003 antitrust settlement with California, paving the way for the software giant to distribute as much as $1.1 billion worth of vouchers that the state's businesses, consumers, and schools can use to purchase computer hardware and software. The settlement affects more than 14 million consumers in California. "[The settlement is] fair, reasonable, and adequate compensation," California Superior Court Judge Paul H. Alvarado stated in his 31-page decision. He dismissed all the objections that various Microsoft competitors have raised and ended any chance that the disputed settlement could go to trial. Consumers in California filed their class-action suit against Microsoft in 1999 after a federal court found the company guilty of overcharging individuals for Windows and Microsoft Office. The settlement covers software purchased between February 1995 and December 2001. California's Microsoft settlement is similar to the agreements that the company struck in 13 other states, although it is, by far, the largest. California plaintiffs now have 75 days to file claims, and more than 600,000 people have already done so, according to lawyers who tried the class-action suit. The state will use two-thirds of the unclaimed portion of the settlement amount to purchase computer equipment and software for California's poorest schools. ==== Announcement ==== (from Windows & .NET Magazine and its partners) Did You Miss the Live Microsoft Security Strategies Roadshow? Microsoft has teamed with Avanade and Network Associates to bring you the on-demand Webcast from the Microsoft Security Strategies Roadshow tour. Join industry guru Mark Minasi and learn more about tips to secure your Windows Server 2003 and Windows 2000 network, plus more! Register now. http://www.winnetmag.com/roadshows/computersecurity2004 ==== Events Central ==== (A complete Web and live events directory brought to you by Windows & .NET Magazine: http://www.winnetmag.com/events ) Free Roadshow in Your City Soon--HP Wireless & Mobility Roadshow 2004 In this free Roadshow, you'll discover trends in the wireless and mobility industry and come away with a better understanding of wireless and mobility solutions and talk firsthand about your wireless projects with leaders in the industry. See proven wireless and mobile solutions in action. Register now! http://www.winnetmag.com/roadshows/mobilewireless/index.cfm?code=0705emailannc ==== Sponsored Links ==== Argent Comparison Paper: The Argent Guardian Easily Beats Out MOM http://ad.doubleclick.net/clk;6480843;8214395;q?http://www.argent.com/products/download_whitepaper.cgi?product=mom&&Source=WNTTextLink

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