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> What legislation can we introduce to ensure that we own a device after paying for it? Right-to-repair legislation should be adopted to include something simi
by morelisp 5y ago
> What legislation can we introduce to ensure that we own a device after paying for it?
Right-to-repair legislation should be adopted to include something similar to the GDPR's anti-coupling rules so this can be verified at a deeper technical level; the TV manufacturer should be forced to make it work even if you disconnect all modems, network cards, etc.
The GDPR alone is sufficient for legal protection, the TV manufacturer can't stop you from using the TV just because you refuse consent for data processing - but not protection against bugs, bad actors, or companies operating outside Europe. Anything impacting hardware is more likely to improve conditions everywhere, even if only enforced somewhere.