Monthly Archives: November 2001

The Microsoft settlement is a complete sellout. Here’s my column explaining why I think so. Comments

Frank McPherson, who writes an interesting weblog, says he’s stopped reading me due to boredom with my “constant Microsoft bashing.” Sorry hear that, but his reaction is exactly what Microsoft wants. Frank may be bored, but the facts are still … Continue reading →

“Sellout” isn’t too strong a word to describe the U.S. Justice Department’s settlement (press release) with Microsoft. Neither is “dangerous.” (Here’s the full text.) This deal, assuming it takes hold, is not even a wrist slap. It’s a love letter … Continue reading →

It’s good to be back here. I’m teaching for the third year in a row at the University of Hong Kong. The first class was yesterday, and I have an excellent group of students. They’re studying for Master’s degrees. We … Continue reading →

Mercury News: Movie industry dealt DVD-cracking blow. Ruling that free speech deserves more protection than trade secrets in cyberspace, a state appeals court dealt a blow Thursday to the DVD industry in its legal fight to prevent Web sites from … Continue reading →