I assume you meant to say:
System.out.println(x == y);672 karma · joined July 14, 2011
System.out.println(x == y);The fellow you mention launching a web development business today may not owe his success to government because his desk was shipped using infrastructure, but he does owe his success (in part) to the research investment that created ARPAnet.
Also, if you're hiring for a technology business, you're relying on the network of universities across the country to produce competent graduates. You also depend on taxes you pay for police, fire department, and the military to maintain a rule of law that enables your business to exist.
Many employers (specifically Intel, but I've seen many others) specify an ABET-accredited BS program in education requirements for job openings.