I think this ruling is disputable. After all, I would say, unlike a phone number, a domain name is a part of, or in some cases, is, an individual's or company's identity in the Internet world. If the Internet is as important as everyone is touting it to be, then that identity should be protected just like a buisness name in the real world. I think squatting should be abolished, however, I do think the names should be given on a first come, first serve basis, as long as they are being used, and like I said before, not squatted.
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I think this ruling is disputable. After all, I would say, unlike a phone number, a domain name is a part of, or in some cases, is, an individual's or company's identity in the Internet world. If the Internet is as important as everyone is touting it to be, then that identity should be protected just like a buisness name in the real world. I think squatting should be abolished, however, I do think the names should be given on a first come, first serve basis, as long as they are being used, and like I said before, not squatted.
In Fisher's book, he claims that "monopoly profits are earned through high prices and inferior products," says Microsoft in its statement.
Hmmmm, $100 for an OS that doesn't work 98% of teh time. Sounds about right to me.