IP: Microsoft, Nextel make Web deal

[Dave Farber <farber () cis upenn edu>]

RESTON, Va. (AP) - Software giant Microsoft Corp. announced Monday 
that it is taking the next step toward delivery of wireless services 
by investing $600 million in Nextel Communications Inc. The 
partnership will provide Nextel customers access to the MSN network 
of customized Internet services even when they are away from their 
computers. The services are expected to include e-mail, which can be 
delivered and retrieved via a variety of devices; calendars and 
address books, which can be maintained on line or by phone; and a 
host of other Web-based services, including timed and triggered 
notifications of stock quotes, sports results and other information. 
See http://www.infobeat.com/stories/cgi/story.cgi?id=2559493649-1ff