Google's Antitrust Showdown

This chapter explores the ongoing antitrust trial against Google, focusing on accusations of its dominance in the search engine market through exclusionary practices. It highlights the critical role of strategic partnerships, like Google's default status on Apple's Safari, and the challenges faced by the government in proving anti-competitive behavior. Additionally, the discussion draws parallels to past antitrust cases, particularly that of Microsoft, while considering the potential outcomes for both competition and consumer choice.