Judge rules Microsoft a monopoly in antitrust case
A federal judge ruled Microsoft a monopoly, criticizing its practices as stifling innovation and competition. Judge Thomas Penfield Jackson cited harm to Netscape, IBM, Compaq, Intel, and others, signaling a major setback for Microsoft in the DOJ and 19-state case. Janet Reno called it a victory for consumers.
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Richland County tops in growth of economy in state study
Richland County led South Carolina in economic growth last year, with high job growth and per capita income gains and one of the lowest unemployment rates. The ranking, from Problem-Solving Research Inc., placed Horry, Beaufort and Greenville among the decade’s top improvers, while Marlboro and Newberry ranked lowest.
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Bush flounders in reporter’s pop quiz
In Austin Texas Governor George W Bush faltered when unable to name leaders of Pakistan India or Chechnya, while recalling 54 names of pledges in Delta Kappa Epsilon. The incident sparks claims of gotcha journalism and questions his presidential readiness. Analyst Larry Sabato calls it a cheap shot and stresses judgment over memorized facts.
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PACE offers alternative to big debt for college costs
Gov Hodges and state leaders promote the Prepaid Affordable College Education program to curb rising student debt. Aiken County educators note some citizens may use the plan but know of no specific cases. The contract ties prices to child age and chosen payment plan with examples such as a kindergartner paying 7142 dollars to cover tuition at any public two year college.
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Joblessness hits 3 decade low in October
The Labor Department reported an unemployment rate at 4.1 percent in October, down from 4.2 percent in September, with modest wage inflation. Strong growth supported the drop, and Wall Street rallied on the news as payrolls rose slightly by about 10,000.
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