Microsoft, eBay Hook Up Software and Auction Data:

The effort between the world’s largest software maker and largest online auctioneer will enable parts of Microsoft Office software to exchange real-time data with eBay’s vast Web site, which allows buyers to bid on items posted by other sellers.

Do you see where someday you’ll be able to bid directly from Outlook? Or create your own eBay listings in Word? I’m seeing this, and I think it’s a good deal for both.