It works with most websites, it syncs my bookmarks across computers, lets me reuse my existing Google account instead of needing to make a new one, and I really don’t care about my data going to Google because I already give up my data in exchange for free services (which feels like a win-win).
Yeah not caring is why the world is shit. Nice job, kid.
Monopolies sure seem great in the short term. Is older folks have seen the full lifecycle and know what they turn into. See Comcast and AT&T. Duopolies are not any better, most of our food comes from 2ish companies. Early on they promise you everything, then they squeeze you for less and less.