Obnews Tech Desk: Google Chrome, which is the world's most used internet browser, is now seen to be embroiled in controversies. In India, where people use Chrome to search the internet every day, now there is a demand to sell this browser. This came to light during a hearing in the US court, where Google was urged to sell Chrome. The question arises why is this happening, and what could be its effects?
Google accused of monopoly
The popularity of Google Chrome itself is now going against Google. Google's monopoly has been established in the Internet search industry, and that is why court proceedings are now being taken to break it. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has demanded Google to sell the Chrome browser so that other companies can also get equal opportunities.
appeal before judge
DOJ government lawyers submitted a 23-page document to the court and urged District Judge Amit Mehta to prevent Google from entering into agreements with companies like Samsung and Apple on its default settings. He said that this could increase the possibility of Chrome being made the default browser on smartphones, which could be harmful for competition.
demand to sell android
Apart from this, Google was also demanded to sell the Android operating system to a buyer approved by the US government. If Google does not accept this decision, then the government can take further legal action regarding it.
Google banned for five years
DOJ lawyers have made another tough demand that Google be prohibited from using any other browser, search engine, or A.I. Be stopped from investing in technology. This may give an edge to Google's rivals and new browser companies in the market.
Possibilities of new opportunities
If the court accepts the lawyers' proposal, it could open up opportunities for Google's competitors and new browser companies to enter and grow in the Internet browser industry.
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