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I think the difference this time is that if Google controls the browser AND the biggest websites, then they'll be more confident introducing features that lock

by kedean 12y ago

I think the difference this time is that if Google controls the browser AND the biggest websites, then they'll be more confident introducing features that lock you into that browser (See the offline storage bit mentioned in the article). With those lockin features more common, people will be less willing to support other browsers in the future, because they wont be able to offer those exclusive features. With that large userbase that can use cool features like those, other large websites will take advantage of the proprietary API's (see, the issue with webkit css prefixes right now). Lack of possible support from users means most alternatives wouldn't be able to gain any traction, which is going to discourage any growth in that field. A comparison I think is valid is if an

callahad 12y ago
Google has very deep pockets, and is successfully executing an astonishingly vast integration play. Google can potentially own: - Your communications (Gmail, Hangouts, Voice) - Your working data (Drive, Docs) - Your footprint on the Web (Google Analytics, Ads) - Your footprint on the Internet (Fiber, Loon) - Your browser (Chrome) - Your operating system (ChromeOS, Android, GlassOS) - Your device (Chromebooks, Glass, Wear, Android phones and tablets) - Your movements and travel (Maps, Ingress, ITA) - Your robotic overlords (Boston Dynamics) Not to mention the upcoming plays for home integration (Nest, Thread), your means of transportation (Android Auto, self-driving cars), and your activity and health data (Fit). Each vertical success reinforces the Google Platform, and lends momentum to Google's efforts in other verticals. It presents one hell of a barrier for start-ups (unless you fancy share-cropping), decreases consumer choice, and ultimately, that amount of consolidated power just doesn't seem healthy for a functioning market or society. Edit: All of that, and I somehow forgot YouTube. And G+. But we all forgot G+, right?
- nnethercote 12y ago
  And search!
- Havvy 12y ago
  And Twitch...sorta
- GutenYe 12y ago
  so Google is unbeatable.

by kedean 12y ago

callahad 12y ago

Google has very deep pockets, and is successfully executing an astonishingly vast integration play. Google can potentially own: - Your communications (Gmail, Hangouts, Voice) - Your working data (Drive, Docs) - Your footprint on the Web (Google Analytics, Ads) - Your footprint on the Internet (Fiber, Loon) - Your browser (Chrome) - Your operating system (ChromeOS, Android, GlassOS) - Your device (Chromebooks, Glass, Wear, Android phones and tablets) - Your movements and travel (Maps, Ingress, ITA) - Your robotic overlords (Boston Dynamics) Not to mention the upcoming plays for home integration (Nest, Thread), your means of transportation (Android Auto, self-driving cars), and your activity and health data (Fit). Each vertical success reinforces the Google Platform, and lends momentum to Google's efforts in other verticals. It presents one hell of a barrier for start-ups (unless you fancy share-cropping), decreases consumer choice, and ultimately, that amount of consolidated power just doesn't seem healthy for a functioning market or society. Edit: All of that, and I somehow forgot YouTube. And G+. But we all forgot G+, right?

nnethercote 12y ago
And search!
Havvy 12y ago
And Twitch...sorta
GutenYe 12y ago
so Google is unbeatable.