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So which is it? IT bans Macs because they want their job to be easier and intentionally cripple users to that end. IT bans Macs because they are so easy that
by johngalt 15y ago
So which is it?
IT bans Macs because they want their job to be easier and intentionally cripple users to that end.
IT bans Macs because they are so easy that less IT work would be required.
I've seen both views presented, but they seem mutually exclusive.
- Samuel_Michon 15y agoI don't think those are mutually exclusive. A lot of IT shops are accustomed to crippling the computers they manage, as a way to reduce need for servicing individual machines. Macs might not fit into that existing workflow, which make them appear harder to support. Just the prospect of having to loosen their policies incites all sorts of doom scenarios. Macs may be easier to manage, but it takes a brave IT manager to actually try it. Also, many IT managers have dozens of Microsoft certificates, but little knowledge of Mac management. Noone wants to aide in their own replacement. It would be like John Henry suggesting the use of steam powered hammers.