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don't let google alter the deal (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
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[–] DupaCycki@lemmy.world 9 points 9 hours ago

This is supposed to be a simplified message for tech illiterate people. While it may not be fully accurate, the alternative is something that <= 5% of the population will understand.

Additionally, as others have pointed out, this is how the change was originally planned. It was only adjusted due to massive backlash. Apparently the current backlash is not enough for Google to adjust it further.