3 ms·

I totally applaud Rackspace's dedication to the public good. But I think their response is their best move economically too, despite the initial cost. They are

I totally applaud Rackspace's dedication to the public good. But I think their response is their best move economically too, despite the initial cost. They are basically saying "Troll me, and you risk losing the whole patent." It's like dealing with a playground bully. Once you display a willingness to fight, they go pick on someone less assertive.

hkmurakami 14y ago
ditto Newegg "Newegg Crushes Patent Troll in Online 'Shopping Cart' Suit" http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2414778,00.asp http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2414778,00.asp edit: better article link: http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2013/01/how-newegg-crushed-the-shopping-cart-patent-and-saved-online-retail/ http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2013/01/how-newegg-crushe...