Curious to see how this all works out. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/articl...f095532D96.DTL

Microsoft, RealNetworks settle lawsuit
Excerpt:
In a stunning reversal of one of tech's most bitter rivalries, RealNetworks said Tuesday it has settled its antitrust lawsuit against Microsoft and forged a partnership to co-promote Real's online music service and games.

"Both companies also have found it exceptionally tough to compete against digital music's juggernaut: Apple's iPod digital music player and iTunes online music store and jukebox software."