Microsoft settles RealNetworks lawsuit.

Software giant agrees to pay 761 million dollars

[softwareengineer99]

In addition to receiving 761 million (460 million in cash), RealNetworks will also get access to Windows Media player technologies. The suit originally sought more than a billion dollar in damages.

From the story (URL below):

RealNetworks had alleged in its suit that Microsoft entered into restrictive licensing agreements with PC makers to steer Internet consumers toward its Windows Media Player software, thereby crippling the position of the Real Player.

Full story: [newsunleashed.com...]

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