Re: [fsfc-discuss] 'TPM' etc.

[David C Dawson]

Thanks for the response
On Sun, Mar 04, 2012 at 03:13:39PM -0800, Hub Figuière wrote:
> On 03/03/12 02:22 PM, David C Dawson wrote:
> > Re: TPM etc, esp on ARM devices
> > 
> > Since it appears that the intention is to make any used gadget
> > into a useless piece of junk fit only for the landfill, then
> > might it be desireable to persuade provincial governments to add
> > a recycling fee on devices that *cannot* have alternate OS's installed?
> 
> By recycling fee, you mean an extra one? Here in BC they put recycling
> fee on everything.
> 
> Similarly there is no law that force unlocking cellphones. So you change
> carrier, your phone is junk.
Good point, and it is a similar problem, But --
That's beginning to change, I believe.

Do you remember 'Network Access Fees'? Gone.

Then I now would advocate *removing* recycling fees on re-usable devices.
(or re-bating)
Thanks again.
/Dave> 
> Etc.
> 
> Hub
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