The opinion is very odd. The plaintiffs directed the judge to Microsoft’s own Web security glossary, which included IP addresses in its definition of “personally identifiable information.” The judge, however, supported Microsoft’s contention that “because the security glossary is not part of the [End User License Agreement] or incorporated by reference therein, the security glossary is irrelevant to construing the contract claim.” He held, “Furthermore, the court finds that Microsoft’s interpretation of ‘personally identifiable information,’ in the absence of any definition, is the only reasonable interpretation.” And Microsoft claims in this lawsuit that IP addresses cannot identify a person.

I’m sorry the blog setup is frustrating, but it’s the only way for me to keep six items on the home page without creating a really long home page.

Thanks for commenting!

Anyway, Melissa, would it be possible to change your blog settings to show more of the articles’ contents or perhaps in full? It’s a bit frustrating only to get a dozen lines before seeing that “read more” link, especially when that link only gives you a few more lines. Not a huge deal, but it would certainly make me happier when I read your blog — something I do often. :)

Thx,
J