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Sun Microsystems, the creator of Java, and Microsoft are fighting in court over the future of the technology. To Sun, Java is more than a programming language; it's a way to weaken Microsoft. By developing software using a version of Java that works only with Microsoft programs, such as the Internet Explorer browser, Sun says the software giant is violating its licensing agreement.


The shot heard 'round cyberspace
The Gate (San Francisco)

Tug of war is no trivial pursuit
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Sun shoots for the moon in battle with Microsoft
San Jose Mercury News (Calif.)

Dan Gillmor: A question of consumer choice
San Jose Mercury News (Calif.)

Microsoft's countersuit
Austin 360 (Texas)

Redmond braces for legal battle
washingtonpost.com

Sun releases its version of the Microsoft contract
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Microsoft's version of the contract
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How do you like your java?
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Forum: Sound off on Java
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