Microsoft programmer sues distributor of Kazaa software
SeattlePI | at | by Mike
A Redmond man who claims to have written the source code to the popular file-sharing software Kazaa is suing the program's distributor over the rights to the software and is seeking $25 million in compensation.
Kazaa Media Desktop, which enables users to connect online over a so-called peer-to-peer network, is used by millions of people to swap music, movies, software and other files. The practice has drawn the ire of Hollywood film studios, recording companies and other copyright holders.