Software platforms are a critical component of the computer systems underpinning leading edge products ranging from third generation mobile phones to video games. After describing some key economic features of computer systems and software platforms, the paper presents case studies of personal...

Software platforms are a critical component of the computer systems underpinning leading edge products ranging from third generation mobile phones to video games. After describing some key economic features of computer systems and software platforms, the paper presents case studies of personal...

This report analyzes the issues of the current antitrust case against Microsoft from an economic perspective. This report presents the main charges by the Justice Department and Microsoft's defense against these charges. Both the Justice Department's and Microsoft's arguments are then analyzed...