Microsoft v. Commission indicates a shift in competition policy at the expense of protections for intellectual property. The case applies "essential facilities" arguments to Microsoft's server operating system and "tying" arguments to its Windows Media Player. The dynamic effects of Microsoft v....

Present chapter is a comparative case analysis of the Microsoft decision by the EU & US. Microsoft was tried under Article 102 of the TFEU in EU and Section 2 of the Sherman Act in the US for abusing its dominant position. The chapter traces the growth of the software giant and makes a...