Microsoft embraces post-settlement era
TechWeb | at | by Mike
Microsoft executives, still buoyant from Friday's historic anti-trust ruling, took a victory lap on their home turf Tuesday, showcasing products from the Tablet PC to MSN 8 and accepting the robust praise from some of the most relieved shareholders in the country. The company that once faced a court order breaking it in half now sees a future of unimpeded growth potential in multiple markets, thanks to a federal court judge's ruling widely seen as extremely favorable to Microsoft. That historic development clearly pleased upbeat shareholders gathering for Microsoft's previously scheduled annual shareholders meeting.
Microsoft chairman Bill Gates has to be feeling optimistic these days. While he carefully avoided gloating in his first public appearance since the historic anti-trust ruling, Gates said he is pleased with the ruling, saying it provides clarity and that the company is committed to being very smart and serious in complying with it. "Our mood is one of optimism in terms of what we can do with our products," Gates told shareholders.