I a major problem for most people (even in tech circles) is the lack of ownership over their email address. E-mail address portability is a real problem. Edit:

I a major problem for most people (even in tech circles) is the lack of ownership over their email address. E-mail address portability is a real problem. Edit: Is there a reason for the down votes? Lack of portability/ownership allows Google to change policies with less repercussions. It is because my account is new?