Google Becoming a Monopoly

Read the following directions and post an answer of at least two paragraphs (a minimum of 500 words). Be sure to use standard English in your answers, with appropriate punctuation (refer to the grading rubric).  I am looking for evidence that you have read the response as well as what your opinion is on the topic. After you compose your response you will upload your posting using this tool. Once the deadline for the discussion topic is closed you will no longer have access to this tool.

Assignment

In the following articles about google and their monopoly power.   the author reports on the issues surrounding monopolies and anti trust legislation.  Please read the article and then answer the following questions:

Discussion questions:

1) Do you think that Google is a monopoly? If so, should there be legislation to limit it? 

2) In your opinion, is Google’s large share of the search market due to natural ability, economies of scale, unfair business practices, or a combination of factors? Explain.

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