Why should we, as developers, be happy that Apple is creating lock in? Sure, I understand why, but does that mean we should all just accept it? Was the Micros

Why should we, as developers, be happy that Apple is creating lock in? Sure, I understand why, but does that mean we should all just accept it? Was the Microsoft era something we all look back fondly on? I think you'd have to be a complete fan boy to have that much vested interest in Apple's success, without actual equity in the company. Clearly it is better to release your apps on all platforms with as little effort as possible.