We should have the ability to run any code we want on hardware we own
10 days ago
- #operating-systems
- #hardware-ownership
- #sideloading
- Sideloading restrictions by Google in Android are a recent development.
- Debate centers on the right to run any code on owned hardware.
- Google's restrictions target software, not hardware control.
- Apple's iOS success is due to tight hardware-software integration.
- Critique should focus on the ability to install alternative operating systems on owned hardware.
- Manufacturers should be legally required to support alternative OS development.