In 2000, Microsoft Was

question 230

Multiple Choice

In 2000, Microsoft was

• A) punished for violating the U.S. antitrust laws by a fine exceeding one million dollars.
• B) ordered to dispose of all of its subsidiary companies.
• C) required to make its patents, trademarks, and trade secrets available to competitors.
• D) found guilty of violating U.S. antitrust laws.

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