MSFreePC: This site is run by the Lindows crew.
“Microsoft was found guilty of anti-trust violations based on claims brought by the U.S. Department of Justice. Microsoft recently agreed to a $1.1 BILLION settlement to resolve numerous lawsuits alleging that Microsoft’s behavior violated antitrust and unfair competition laws. This settlement brings with it some very good news for consumers!Eligible consumers who act quickly can receive their share of the $1.1 billion settlement. There is a limited time in which these funds can be claimed so you should act quickly. If you do not submit your claim in time, then Microsoft is not required to pay out the full 1.1 billion dollar amount.”
Via Anil Dash.
Calif. judge nixes online processing of Microsoft claims: Lindows put up the site, Microsoft sued, Lindows refused to remove it, and, well, here we are. Lindows.com's site, MSfreePC.com, promised to simplify the process and provide instant gratification. Users, after answering a few questions, were given Lindows' Linux operating system or other…
Lindows.com Thumbs Nose at Microsoft: This is about the MSFreePC.com site that Microsoft is awfully upset about. < blockquote>"Lindows.com defiantly told Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday it will not remove a Web site that offers to process claims for Californians entitled to proceeds from a $1.1 billion class-action settlement with the software…
Microsoft, Lindows scrap over claims site: Microsoft is not happy about the site Lindows put up encouraging people to file recovery claims against Microsoft. "Microsoft has demanded that Linux seller Lindows.com take down a Web site that offers to process customer claims from the settlement of a California class-action suit against…
Sure wish I lived in California so I qualified for the free pc.
Just goes to show you, you get what you pay for.
I'd rather pay for a Mac than be given a PC. ;o)