[JDEV] Thoughts on AOL Time Warner

[Todd Bradley]

> Has anyone tried to actually sue AOL Time Warner for 
> monopolistic practices
> with respect to their Instant Messaging products and tactics?
> 
> I mean, with AOL *and* ICQ, and their constant changing of 
> AIM protocol to
> defeat interoperability, it sounds like it would be a sure win.

You're crazy.  AOL doesn't have a monopoly on IM.  
The fact that Microsoft says THEY have more IM users
(whether they're lying or not) illustrates AOL isn't
a monopoly.

And there's nothing illegal about constantly changing
your own proprietary protocol.  Maybe it's not the best
use of your time, but it's certainly not illegal.


Todd.