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MS had a monopoly on x86 operating systems, Apple does not have a monopoly on ARM operating systems.
by root_axis 7y ago
MS had a monopoly on x86 operating systems, Apple does not have a monopoly on ARM operating systems.
- CamperBob2 7y agoHow is this anything but a category error? Just as there are phones other than Apple's, there were computers other than Wintel boxes. I see nothing wrong with society demanding more accountability from those with more economic importance.
- root_axis 7y ago> Just as there are phones other than Apple's, there were computers other than Wintel boxes Well the specific numbers matter, don't they? Microsoft had a massive overwhelming monopoly whereas iOS has healthy competition in Android. > I see nothing wrong with society demanding more accountability from those with more economic importance. I don't disagree, but why should we specifically target Apple's app store rather than say, for example, passing a law that prohibits selling locked down hardware that prevents the user from installing whatever software they choose?