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I spent some time sparring over these issues with David Kaefer, one of Microsoft's top patent attorneys and a lead negotiator on the Novell deal. Asked if Microsoft planned to sue non-Novell Linux uses, he said only that Microsoft prefers "to license technology, not to litigate." Asked point blank if he thought Linux was using Microsoft code, he responded: "We don't believe it's constructive to identify specific products and start labeling them as infringing when responsible companies show an ability to manage patent issues privately.".." By LEE GOMES Wall Street Journal
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