Microsoft on Wednesday released a beta version of its highly expected online music download service, in hopes of unseating Apple Computer's dominance in the hot market.
Yahoo plans to launch an early version of a new flagship music service this week, in hopes of capturing some of the online music momentum now held by Apple Computer, sources familiar with the plans say.
Yahoo has become the latest major Internet company to introduce consumer software for searching e-mail and other desktop files.
With Tuesday's US$160 million purchase of Musicmatch, Yahoo sent a clear message that it is determined to be a major player in the fast-growing digital music business, despite its relatively late start.
As the search wars intensify, Google hopes that making a personal connection with its visitors will give it an edge.
The Web portal's plan to become a major Internet content player is treading water, despite its Hollywood credentials.
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