Users of the internet are supposed to be used to change, but like any chaotic system it has its bounds. Recent developments at two large ‘net companies, google and facebook, have done more than feed the usual chatter – and may be significant developments in the evolution of how we connect.
What is clear, however, is that they have demonstrated that complete reliance on one big company is dangerous for users, advertisers, and internet businesses alike.
Barataria - The work of Erik Hare 