Microsoft opens more to developers
REDMOND, Wash. (AP) - February 21, 2008 The Redmond, Wash.-based software company says it will ensure
open connections to its high-volume products by publishing
technical information about them on its Web site. Microsoft won't
make software developers obtain a license or pay royalties or other
fees.
With Thursday's announcement, Microsoft is hoping to make it
easier for software developers to make products that work well with
the Vista computer operating system, Office word processing
application and other key Microsoft products.
Google Inc. has been successful in encouraging developers to
make add-ons for Google's maps and other popular services. Google
is increasing challenging Microsoft's dominance in software
products.
