SearchEnterpriseLinux: Linspire Attorney: Microsoft's Anti-Linux FUD, Suits 'Follow the Money'

"Linspire got $20 million from Microsoft in a settlement after Microsoft sued Linspire for using the Lindows name. Is it unusual for the company being sued in a trademark infringement case to end up with a $20 million settlement?

"Daniel R. Harris: Yes, it is. I can't say more about the settlement, due to its terms, which have been published, but it is very, very unusual..."

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