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1. Re: Is an enforced Adobe CC subscription legal?
Kopy-Rite May 7, 2013 5:12 AM (in response to FalkLumo)In the biography "Titan", the author repeated noted how the actions of Rockefeller probably helped to drive innovation in the oil business, as well as improvements transportation, finance, public safety, and so on. Furthermore, it kept prices lower than they otherwise might've been, at least temporarily, because of Rockefellers desire to bankrupt the competition. But the problem with a monopoly like this is that it only was beneficial to Rockefeller and his shareholders. It would squeeze his suppliers, and stifle -- even eliminate (assinate?) competition. Very few thought this was beneficial to the customer IN THE LONG RUN.
I'm trying to see how this Adobe monopoly is any different? Adobe has done a good job of creating innovative, leading-edge products. They have been rewarded with a substantial market share. They have now reached a critical mass where they no longer need to be responsive to customer needs... and can subsequently attempt to dictate, which is EXACTLY what they are doing here.
It is going to be difficult for many people switch because there might not be any other game in town... Adobe has created a monopoly.
And this uncompetitive action is going to generate massive amounts of cash, which is only going to fuel and cement their position.
I sure hope the FTC is watching this.
