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Always amused by people complaining about "all these monopolies" in the computer sector.

If there is more than one of them, they're by definition not monopolies. Google and Apple definitely compete with each other.

You can still dislike them for something they actually are. But put in the effort to describe what that is.



Antitrust stuff isn't as simple as finding a monopoly. In fact, monopolies aren't intrinsically illegal in the first place.

If all the players present the same problem (in this case, giving in-house software an unfair advantage) then it might be cause for regulation.


This is a fair answer to something I didn't write.

I'm just making a "words have meanings" point. No hidden agenda about antitrust policies were intended.

At -4 points, I think this is my most downvoted post ever!


I think people use the term "monopoly" and "anti-competitive" somewhat interchangeably sometimes, even if the word is technically incorrect.

Technically the current smartphone stuff is a duopoly but there are definitely bits of anti-competitive behavior exhibited by the respective app stores.


I think it shows a distinct lack of imagination to think that Google and Apple can't compete in some areas of the market, while still being monopolies or engaging in monopolistic practices in others.


I dislike duopolies

/s




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