OK, first off, frivolous software patents are bad. But when the victim is X-10, who just got slammed for $4.3 million, you just can't help but get a slightly guilty giggle out of the situation.

Actually, considering the patent in question involves "pop-under" ads, I fully support the patent-holder's rights to egregious licensing terms and monopolistic practices, thus making it nearly impossible for others to use the technology.

Of course, I haven't actually seen a pop-up ad in months...