what's this MS class action thing about? can I get any money?

[dpopiz]

I just got a letter saying that MS has $1.1billion set aside to pay off some class action settlement for customers. I'm too busy to read all that legal stuff, so I'm just wondering if any of you already know what it's about and how I know if I can get any money from them

 

Only if you live in California.

 

[Broohaha]

what if i move to california?

 

[dpopiz]

yeah I live in california.
but how do I know if I get any cash?

 

If you use MS software, you're in the class. Send in the form.

 

[KLin]

Originally posted by: jumpr
If you use MS software, you're in the class. Send in the form.

no you got it wrong. If you bought microsoft software, you're in the class

 

[dpopiz]

alright, well I've bought some ms software; win2k, winme, win98, office97, officexp....how much money do I get?

 

[TommyVercetti]

Yes, please send me $29.95, and I will process your application as a preferred customer.

 

[HorizonSeeker]

you don't have to provide proof when you send in the claim (assuming under $100), but if you actually want to get the voucher after the judgement comes through, then you WILL need proofs of purchase.

yes, I read it last night, i had nothing to read while on the can.

you don't get cash, you get a voucher that can be used to buy any software/hardware with some exceptions, PDA, server apps, etc.

if you kept proof of purchase, good for you and go for it.