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“If people use Chrome, we make less money on our service and that's fine by us because that is fair competition. I wouldn't put Google on a pedestal for competition, but they aren't telling users not to use OpenDNS.” quote by David Ulevitch
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“If people use Chrome, we make less money on our service and that's fine by us because that is fair competition. I wouldn't put Google on a pedestal for competition, but they aren't telling users not to use OpenDNS.”

David Ulevitch

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast on internet infrastructure, 2021

He argues that competition that reduces revenue is acceptable, emphasizing fairness over profit in tech markets.

In simple terms: Fair competition may lower profits but is ethically right.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize fairness over short‑term profit.

Themes

competition fairness business ethics profit technology

Mood

pragmatic analytical

Type

business ethical

When to use this quote

  • startup strategy
  • pricing models
  • user choice
  • regulatory environment

Key Concepts

market dynamics ethical business open internet

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is fairness always more important than profit?
  • How to balance ethics and revenue?
A Different Perspective

Profit loss can harm company sustainability if not managed.

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