They are quite good in some respects, there is an enterprise web application that they have called Stock Trader, Its an example of a Service Orientated Architecture solution. Not only do they allow you to download the source, they also say, feel free to get into the code, see how it works and use the code in your own applications. They have event separated a controlling sub system for the application which they have done deliberately to allow people to just slot it into their own solution.
If any one is interested it's available here:
http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/netframework/bb499684.aspx
Also a talk about how it all works here:
http://channel9.msdn.com/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=335684
http://channel9.msdn.com/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=336247
http://channel9.msdn.com/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=336846
http://channel9.msdn.com/ShowPost.aspx?PostID=337665
Though what ever happens Lawyers are hungry beasts (Bears with picnic baskets excepted
) and would love a chance to make loads of money stirring the ants in to suing each other
Jas
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"What is this talk of 'release'? Klingons do not'release' software. It escapes leaving a bloody trail of developers and quality assurance people in its wake!"