openbox9
join:2004-01-26
Alexandria, VA
kudos:2 | reply to Samsonian
Re: lol Google's mediocre Clearwire investment was a start, but it's only a half-hearted effort IMO.
The spectrum auction was to save face after all of the talk. If they were serious about an alternative and competitive network, they should have bid appropriately.
I'll hold judgement regarding the white space devices until/if we actually see any viability in the technology. Having said that, how much has Google really invested in white space R&D?
Android and Chrome are nice concepts, but they don't contribute to the necessary infrastructure.said by Samsonian:Google doesn't want to expand into a non-core business, like broadband. Their core business is advertising. They've already expanded well beyond that, but their new business ventures always tie back to their root of advertising. I have no doubt that is Google's interest in a free and open network infrastructure, which is fine, if the make sufficient investments. |
