Why do I need a google/gmail account for Android market?

Question

Okay, so, Im new to the Android community/OS so I'm completely lost with some things, but what I want to ask is why do I have to make Google/Gmail account to use the Android market....are they partnered or something?....for some reason, it irritates me due to the fact I don't want a Google/Gmail account, I mean, I know it's not going to kill me and I'll live...it just puts me off in some way, why can't I use my hotmail :/

Thanks for taking the time to read this.

Answer 1

This is why I am using iphone. Thumb down if you like.

Answer 2

if you need google account for Android market then most likely they are partnered

Answer 3

basically sign out of the industry while your not making use of your telephone. its password secure. plus the telephone has a password magnificent? I quite have an iphone-so i dont rly understand approximately how that works.