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WindowsRT and Windows S were already attempts to lock down Windows to only allow apps from an app store. Secure Boot initially didn't allow the install of oper
by GeekyBear 2mo ago
WindowsRT and Windows S were already attempts to lock down Windows to only allow apps from an app store.
Secure Boot initially didn't allow the install of operating systems other than Windows.
Microsoft is the company continually attempting to lock down their general purpose computers, not Apple.
...and no. Microsoft backing down aftet consumers revolt doesn't mean their attempts don't count.
- pjmlp 2mo agoRight, because Apple anyway never allowed anyone else, other than when they were almost bankrupt, went into a marketing action to pretend otherwise, now back to their former self as well with a nice bank account.