The rumors recently circulating that Google intends to sell its Android-based operating system are completely false. The basis for these rumors is the ongoing legal inquiry into Google’s market dominance, particularly with respect to its control of Android and its integration with other Google services such as Search. But the U.S. Department of Justice’s proposals are aimed at fostering competition, not at forcing a sale. Android is at the core of Google’s business strategy in that it powers billions of devices and is a primary source of revenue. No credible evidence supports the very improbable idea that Google can sell Android, considering its strategic importance and market dominance