Is Microsoft's Online Library Check Worth $1 Billion?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around Microsoft's Online Library Check service and its perceived value, particularly in the context of a reported $1 billion payment related to patent infringement. Participants express various opinions about Microsoft's actions and the implications of this service.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the usage and opinions regarding Microsoft's Online Library Check service.
  • One participant expresses appreciation for discovering the service, indicating a positive reception.
  • Another participant shares a link to a news article, suggesting that Microsoft is dissatisfied with certain developments related to the service.
  • A later reply echoes the sentiment of dissatisfaction towards Microsoft, criticizing their stance on content creation and highlighting perceived hypocrisy.
  • There is mention of a broader context involving a financial dispute where Microsoft is reportedly paying $1 billion to a French software company for patent infringement, linking it to the ongoing discussion about the library service.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express mixed feelings about Microsoft's actions and the value of the Online Library Check service. There is no clear consensus, as some appreciate the service while others criticize Microsoft.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes references to external news articles and opinions that may reflect personal biases or interpretations of Microsoft's business practices.

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Anyone used this so far?
what do you think?
 
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This is beautiful. I didn't even know about this. Thank you.
 
ziad1985 said:
Microsoft is not happy with that:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/6422471.stm

Screw Microsoft. I could only LOL at their sheer hypocrisy when I read this comment from their hired bloodsucker : "Companies that create no content of their own, and make money solely on the backs of other people's content, are raking in billions through advertising revenue and IPOs". Yeah, right. Pot, meet kettle, etc.
 
It's a book service war, Microsoft is offering online check of a Library in England...
Microsoft is going to pay around 1b$ to some French software company for patent infringement.
 

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