• _number8_
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    2 years ago

    software locks are inherently immoral and anti consumer.

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      2 years ago

      All of them, or just specific instances?

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        2 years ago

        Stallman from FSF would probably say only if the software is updateable. Firmware which can’t be changed is no different from hardware. I kind of agree, even though he said that about open source. But the point still stands. If printer can’t be used without account or always online or ink. Then it’s a feature. Whether you agree with it or not, vote with your wallet. However if they hide the feature that’s misleading advertising and it’s a different crime all together.

        But what HP tried to do is to send over the air update that prevented printers from using recycled toner. Now that’s a bitch move.

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      2 years ago

      By itself there is nothing immoral in software lock, but the way it is used here is immoral. It is common understanding and expectation that the scanner should work if there is no ink, thus locking scanner is doggy technique. Locking printer if you do not have ink, however, is totally fine, since it prevents printer damage.

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        2 years ago

        but i only want to print black and white! fuck magenta’s issues.

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        2 years ago

        It’s a legit use of DRM/software lock if HP gives you the printer to use (for free) when you buy some ink, but they’re charging for it and the ink.

        It’s function theft.