Google Chrome, An important decision has come on the ongoing case between Google and the US Justice Department. In his decision, Justice Amit Mehta in the US court has rejected the appeal to sell the Chrome browser. At present, Google will not need to sell the Chrome browser. Let us know about this whole case.
Google has got a big relief from the US court and now the company will not need to sell the Google Chrome browser. The court has rejected the appeal of the US Department of Justice, which said that Google will have to sell its Chrome browser. DC District Court Judge Amit Mehta gave this order on Tuesday.
The court has also said in its decision that Google will have to share data with its rival tech companies to promote competition in online search. This will help other companies in search competition.
What is the matter with Google Chrome?
Google Chrome is actually accused of violating the Sherman Antitrust Act. The internet browser is accused of leaving its rivals far behind in the search market and creating a monopoly.
The government department gave this argument
The Department of Justice had said that Google should sell its Chrome browser. It was said about the Chrome browser that it is the main entry gate for the company, from where it is strengthening its hold by using its search engine and creating a monopoly in the market.
Asked not to sell Google Chrome browser
Judge Amit Mehta has rejected the suggestion of the Department of Justice. For this, he ordered that selling the Chrome browser can lead to further problems. This can prove to be very dangerous. Ultimately, its effect will be seen on consumers as well. He further wrote that Chrome browser is not a single business, it is completely dependent on Google ‘s infrastructure.
Google will have to go to the Supreme Court
Google has currently got relief from the harshest proposal of the US Department of Justice. However, this matter is not over yet. The company will now have to appeal against the order of the Department of Justice which said that Chrome is creating an illegal monopolist. Now this matter can go to the Supreme Court.
What is the Sherman Antitrust Act?
Sherman Antitrust Act is actually a law of America of 1890. It prevents any company from establishing a monopoly or eliminating competition. Its purpose is to stop those companies who want to completely capture the market by misusing their power.
