So, it appears that Opera has filed an antitrust complaint with the European Union concerning the ongoing monopoly of the Microsoft Corperation.  Many are in an uproar about the lack of internet standard within web browsers - of which Microsoft Interet Explorer leads the way.  Web design and web development companies spend a large majority of the project time making sure standards are met and that our sites look consistant within major web browsers.  The claims being made against Microsoft are similar to those the federal governmant filed against the Renton, Washington based company in 2001 - which, Microsoft lost.

“We are filing this complaint on behalf of all consumers who are tired of having a monopolist make choices for them,” said Jon von Tetzchner, CEO of Opera. “In addition to promoting the free choice of individual consumers, we are a champion of open Web standards and cross-platform innovation. We cannot rest until we’ve brought fair and equitable options to consumers worldwide.” - this incerpt was taken from the Opera website (read full story).

Web developers worldwide, as well as Indiana Web Designers, are concerned that standards may only be something we dream about.  Until users are educated about the computer they use and see that they have choices, the largest will always stay on top - even if they are not the best option.  So, for now, Indaina web design and Indiana web development will continue to manipulate code to meet each web browser’s idea of what standards should be.  In my opinion, the world would be a better place if everyone used Firefox for browsing and Google for searching.

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