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Because of the layer of indirection, and potential for missed out innovation. Yes, nonrepairable devices are worse for the environment, but we had early poorly-
by verall 5y ago
Because of the layer of indirection, and potential for missed out innovation. Yes, nonrepairable devices are worse for the environment, but we had early poorly-repairable ultrabooks that helped create a market space for later more-repairable ultrabooks.
I think most people just want to ban the worst anti-repair actions, like trying to disable the device in the event of repair attempts or preventing the use of otherwise compatible 3rd-party hardware with key signatures or proprietary authentication mechanisms.
- socialdemocrat 5y agoLots of innovation is missed out on because of lack of regulation. So this is not a good point. The EV and solar panel revolution was largely created due to regulation. It is a very neoliberal view to think free markets are the only source of innovation and government is just standing in the way. Governments create lots of different incentives to foster innovation. Patents themselves are a government regulation meant to encourage innovation. Ironically companies have corrupt government to such a degree that patents today is often a hindrance to innovation. However well designed patent laws are likely better than no patent laws at all.