I haven't looked at any formal studies of the net effects of the Bell breakup, but I'd be hard-pressed to say they were net negative. Especially with a relativ

I haven't looked at any formal studies of the net effects of the Bell breakup, but I'd be hard-pressed to say they were net negative. Especially with a relatively light "break-up, then allow to recombine as market evolution renders their previous monopoly moot" long-term approach.