Hi all, this is not to be replied, just as an info: Here is FS's view on things, taken from: http://www.freedomsci.com:80/news/pressroom/2008/GW-Micro-suit-7-24-08.asp FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Brad Davis Blind/Low Vision Group 800-444-4443 or 727-803-8000 www.FreedomScientific.com Sales: info@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Freedom Scientific Files Patent Infringement Suit (St. Petersburg, Florida - July 24, 2008) Freedom Scientific has taken steps to protect one of its patented technologies by filing suit against GW Micro, Inc, according to Dr. Lee Hamilton, President and CEO of Freedom Scientific. "Freedom Scientific invests more in research and development than any other company in the blindness technology industry," said Dr. Hamilton. "We have a talented, experienced team of developers and testers, many of whom are blind themselves. They develop innovative solutions to the access issues faced by those with vision impairments and then turn those ideas into products that make a difference. Along the way, Freedom Scientific files patents to protect the investment it makes in developing new technologies." Freedom Scientific follows the standard business practice of filing patents for good reason. Not filing for, and then enforcing patents would stifle innovation. If Freedom invests resources into developing new technologies, only to find that other companies can benefit from our investment at no charge to them, then there would be no incentive to invest. Those with vision impairments would be the poorer for that in terms of independence and employability. This practice is by no means new in this industry. Freedom Scientific itself already pays for the use of patented technologies pertaining specifically to assistive technology. About Freedom Scientific Freedom Scientific® is the world's leading manufacturer of assistive technology products for those who are vision impaired.