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We need regulation to end this and have these devices unlocked so they can be used in third world countries.
by CommanderData 3y ago
We need regulation to end this and have these devices unlocked so they can be used in third world countries.
- YeBanKo 3y agoSo third world countries need to deal with out ewaste?
- Wowfunhappy 3y agoGP presumably means so they can continue using the computers. Similar to how "recycled" American clothing often ends up in these countries.
- YeBanKo 3y agoIt is not locked, after it stops receiving software updates it is considered outdated and not supported with software provider contracts by schools in the US. Now it’s a very costly vendor lock in. It’s unlikely that a third world country will be able to efficiently repurpose them, where are better alternatives.