DOJ Investigating IBM Mainframe Business: Report

Federal antitrust regulators reportedly are investigating IBMs dominance in the mainframe business, which has long been the target of complaints from others in the industry. According to the report, the DOJ has notified at least one IBM critic that it was opening an investigation. One industry group has accused IBM of using punitive measures against competitors in the mainframe space.
- Federal regulators reportedly are investigating IBM for possible antitrust violations in connection with its mainframe business. MarketWatch reported Oct. 7 that the Computer amp; Communications Industry Association, an industry trade group that has often complained about IBMs dominance in the mai...