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via Tim Wu's Master Switch - open vs closed = freedom vs convenience It's a trade-off. One is not better than the other.

• johntrollvolta 13y ago
  Freedom vs. convenience is a false dichotomy.
• nawitus 13y ago
  Eh, that's a false trade-off. I'm more productive on a free OS, which I can customize to my needs (since I can choose a the best window manager for me from tens of good alternatives and so on).
  • Sven7 13y ago
    It takes time and effort to make a good choice "from tens of good alternatives". Its great to have that freedom, but to many, spending that time and effort is an inconvenience. That is the trade off.
    • airtonix 13y ago
      a stitch in time saves nine.