Breaking Up Big Tech in U.S. Is Nothing New

The video discusses major antitrust cases in U.S. history, focusing on Standard Oil, AT&T, and Microsoft. Standard Oil, led by Rockefeller, dominated the oil industry until it was broken up under the Sherman Antitrust Act. AT&T faced a similar fate, leading to the creation of regional 'Baby Bells.' Microsoft was sued for monopolistic practices related to its Windows operating system but avoided a breakup through a settlement. These cases highlight the impact of antitrust laws on industry structure and competition.

Describe the outcome of the Microsoft antitrust case and its implications.

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What role did the Sherman Antitrust Act play in the cases mentioned?

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