[faithhopecharity]

Yes but they hold a market dominant position. And Google is far more than a search engine -

[MarkL]

There are other search engines, aren’t there? People are not using them by choice, not because Google isn’t the only one.

Yes but they hold a market dominant position. And Google is far more than a search engine -

This is absolutely correct. The search engine is tied directly into the Chrome Browser, which is an integral part of the Android Operating system, which also uses both the search and location functions. Have you ever noticed that your search results on a phone can change, based on your location? Or even certain app results? For instance, if you use the McDonalds app, you may find that the "Deals" option doesn't work, or deals can change, when you are physically near a McDonalds restaurant?

Then there's Google Analytics, which monitors your web browser, purchasing, dining, AND travel habits, building a profile, and then selling that information, including PII (Personally Identifiable Information,) over which, thanks to Google's lobbying efforts, you have no control.

And then there's their work with geolocation, self-driving vehicles and optical recognition, combined with their AI work. All of which is currently being done in conjunction with the ChiCom military (through Chinese university research.) Both the optical recognition and AI work have both civilian, as well as DIRECT military applications, which used to be illegal.

Mark