Microsoft loses patent dispute over Word word processor
A U.S. appeals court has upheld a ruling requiring Microsoft to pay more than $290 million to a Canadian competitor.
The court in Washington considered it proven that Microsoft integrated patented applications from the Canadian company i4i into certain versions of its Word writing program. According to W&V, it thus confirmed the ruling of a Texas court on August 12, which Microsoft had challenged. Microsoft was also prohibited from selling the Word programs in question after January 11.
I4i boss Louden Owen welcomed the court's decision. However, the Microsoft Group announced that it would launch a word processing program for the corresponding Word versions without i4i applications by 11 January. At the same time, the company kept the option open to appeal again.
I4i boss Louden Owen welcomed the court's decision. However, the Microsoft Group announced that it would launch a word processing program for the corresponding Word versions without i4i applications by 11 January. At the same time, the company kept the option open to appeal again.
