The question is whether /you/ would offer an exchange of documentation for release of liability. Whether or not the maker accepts the offer is orthogonal to whe

The question is whether /you/ would offer an exchange of documentation for release of liability. Whether or not the maker accepts the offer is orthogonal to whether you are willing to take the first step in breaking the vicious cycles that keeps hardware closed. As an individual I would be more than happy to make the exchange. The pitchfork-carrying crowd that rants online? - most would be happy to make the exchange as well i believe. The important question in my opinion is, are their business partners willing to absolve them of any liability in exchange for transparency? I don't think it makes sense for them - I don't think it makes sense in any business.