> the web is more open now than it's ever been. mmm... How are you measuring that? > Everything you need to build a web application like Facebook is free to t

> the web is more open now than it's ever been. mmm... How are you measuring that? > Everything you need to build a web application like Facebook is free to try and use. That is not what is being discussed. However, you have a HUGE disadvantage that is growing exponentially.