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Externalities of the Microsoft^Rs Network Goods

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João Leitão (Universidade da Beira Interior)
Carlos Osório (Universidade da Beira Interior)

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Abstract

This paper aims to make a public statement about the strategy implemented by Microsoft in order to reinforce its market power across the networked users of Windows Operative System, and Xbox Games Console. It is presented an economic view that supports the anticipating (not predatory) position assumed by Microsoft against its direct competitors.

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Paper provided by EconWPA in its series Industrial Organization with number 0207006.

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Length: 6 pages
Date of creation: 23 Jul 2002
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Handle: RePEc:wpa:wuwpio:0207006

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Keywords: Externalities Microsoft Software Industry Regulation Policies.

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L42 - Industrial Organization - - Antitrust Issues and Policies - - - Vertical Restraints; Resale Price Maintenance; Quantity Discounts

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