[ale] Again with the filesystem recovery (semi-OT)

[esoteric at 3times25.net (Geoffrey)]

Joe wrote:
>>>From <http://www.simdesk.com>:
> 
> "Several patents have been filed for SimExplorer, including
> a recycle bin available on the Internet. SimExplorer moves
> deleted data to a virtual recycle bin and allows users to
> recover or restore that data if it was deleted by mistake.
> Previously, this functionality was only available on
> MicroSoft(r) platforms; SimExplorer now makes it possible
> on all computer platforms."

So, by noting that this functionality was available on Microsoft 
platforms, how is it they can patent it?  I thought 'prior art' rules 
apply in such a case?


-- 
Until later: Geoffrey		esoteric at 3times25.net

The latest, most widespread virus?  Microsoft end user agreement.
Think about it...

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