Google is a monopoly that unfairly dominates the search industry, undermines competition, and prevents competitors from surviving

The following information describes the requirements for the second essay that you are scheduled to write this semester: It must be at least five paragraphs long (more is usually better); grammatically correct; based on knowledge of the textbook, outside research, and solid logical analysis; and demonstrate that you understand and can apply the concepts that we have covered in class. You must include bibliographic information on the sources you use and make sure that they are credible. It is due by the 5th of August and will only be accepted after that date under special circumstances. I recommend that you send me a rough draft before the due date to ensure that you are correctly writing your essay. When writing your essay, follow the steps listed below in the order that they appear and don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Step One: Begin your essay by describing the differences between economic regulation, social regulation, and antitrust policy.

Step Two:  Present and describe at least 2 examples of social regulations that are not mentioned in the textbook or notes, 1 example of a company not mentioned in the textbook or notes that has been subject to economic regulation, and 1 example of a company that has been accused of or found guilty of antitrust policy.

Step Three: Next, explain when and why antitrust policies are necessary.

Step Four:  Using the internet, research the accusations that Google is a monopoly and the different antitrust court cases that have been held against Google.

Step Five: After you have conducted your research, adopt and defend one of the following statements.

Statement A: Google is a monopoly that unfairly dominates the search industry, undermines competition, and prevents competitors from surviving. It should be penalized monetarily and forced to change its business practices to enable other companies to compete.

Statement B: Google should not be penalized for its success. Antitrust policy is a tool that should be used wisely in the interest of the public. Using it to punish Google would be unfair and only serve to discourage other companies from striving for success.

Statement C: You may create and defend your own statement concerning whether or not Google should be subjected to antitrust law.

Step Six: Submit your essay. This can be done by scrolling down to the bottom of this screen and clicking “reply.” Once the new page opens, you can submit your essay as an attachment or by cutting and pasting it in the space provided. Then, press “submit.” Your essay will be accessible to Dr. Peek and to other students. Before submitting it, however, make sure that you have completed the checklist at the bottom of the page.

Step Seven: Read all of the essays written by your classmates, select the one that you believe most-clearly and logically describes whether or not Google should be subject to antitrust law, and provide a one-paragraph essay explaining why you selected the essay.

Checklist

[ ] Is my essay at least 5-paragraphs long?

[ ] Did I include at least 3 credible sources of information? (Wikipedia and similar sources are not acceptable.)