CompuServe trials Netscape
NeoWin | at | by Mike
As previously reported, AOL Time Warner are considering a move from the integration of Internet Explorer in their AOL browser and the first part of the change is upon us. They have started trialling the use of the Netscape/Mozilla rendering engine in their CompuServe software and if this is successful the AOL browser is likely to follow.
Microsoft have commented saying that "The real losers will be AOL users who will now be using inferior technology." and this move appears to be a result of the bitter legal arm wrestling currently taking place between AOL and Microsoft, as they fight over instant messaging, anti-trust and of course browsers. AOL have claimed Microsoft 'bullied' other companies with its monopoly and this step is looking like an attempt to strike back at Microsoft. Whether the change will make AOL better off, however, is questionable as a miracle will be needed (or a least a large cash injection) to make Netscape ready for general use.