DISCUSSION -2

Monopoly

There are a few companies, such as Microsoft and Google who have moved into many different areas of computing, such as operating systems, application software, cloud software, search, and more, and some of these companies have been accused of Monopolistic procedures.  

NOTE: for this discussion, “Monopolistic” is defined as “exclusive control of a commodity or service in a particular market, or a control that makes possible the manipulation of prices” (Dictionary.com).

1. Is there a risk for the consumer or for businesses if one company is involved with so many different aspects of computing?

2. Should this be prohibited, or should the natural order of the free market be trusted to prevent areas of computing from being monopolized by one company?

3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of being monopolistic?

Defend your position and be prepared to debate by commenting on your classmate's posts

IMPORTANT: 

· Answer  ALL  questions, your main/initial post should be a minimum of 2-3 paragraphs.  (200 words minimum). HINT: Answering and elaborating on  ALL  questions will assist you with accomplishing your 200 words minimum.

· In addition to answering these questions, you must respond to 1 (one) students' posts. Your responses should be at least 1-2 paragraphs (100 words minimum) and should contribute to the conversation by including relevant information related to the subject matter.  Use a combination of your textbook reading material, related research information you may have discovered and/or related life experiences to back up your response.

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