The Microsoft FAT patent stakes · Proposed air date:
Dr. Dave explains why an apparently technical patent review could affect far more than Microsoft. He connects the FAT file system used for compatibility across disks and USB drives to potential royalties and pressure on Linux, showing how an obscure legal ruling might reshape everyday computing.
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Proposed recording date: 2006-04-01. The exact broadcast date may differ.
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