An economist's guide to U.S. v. Microsoft

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the pursuit of the antitrust case against Microsoft by the US Department of Justice are discussed. The key economic questions of market power, competition, consumer harm and possible remedies by the court are examined.

Economic aspects, Monopolies

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The Microsoft case: what can a dominant firm do to defend its market position?

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the progress of the antitrust case against Microsoft by the US Department of Justice are discussed. Microsoft's competitive actions in relation to Netscape and the policy implications of the case are examined.

Market share

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Exclusivity and tying in U.S. v. Microsoft: what we know, and don't know

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Aspects of the antitrust case against Microsoft by the US government are discussed. The economic effects of Microsoft's use of exclusive contracts and the tying of Internet Explorer to its Windows operating system are examined.

Exclusive dealing agreements, Tying agreements, Tying arrangements

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