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Google vs. Microsoft on Desktop Search

Ok - the fact to Google was able to strong-arm MS into changing its Vista desktop search feature is ridiculous. Correct me if I’m wrong, but isn’t the equivalent to GM demanding that any Toyota model sold should be available with a GM motor instead of a Toyota one?

The line between monopolistic behaviour and a good, competitive feature set is getting politicized to the point of stupidity.

EDIT: As plenty of people in the TC comments pointed out, Apple doesn’t follow any of these restrictions in Leopard. Will Google move on Apple next? No. MS is an easy target. Also pointed out: the changes MS will make consist of making desktop search as a “Set Program Access and Defaults” preference.