| > yes, forgive us for trying to resolve an essential issue of how our tech isn't green nor is there lifecyle management even on the horizon... Compared to the machines I see, Apple tech is green and recyclable. > i see that apple and their ilk are expressing pure altruism. Nobody said that, but you go with the hyperbole > because that's what consumers need, more convenience... Yes, they do. Time spent on computing maintenance is time they could be spending getting work done or trying to learn something new. > well, Apple has created a good deal of inconvenience, what with iTunes confusing "management" of all iOS devices and all.. The people here with iPads and iPhones don't use iTunes at all. It might be a crappy experience, but it is avoidable. > but god forbid anyone be inconvenienced on the way to the cash register... People want stuff that just works. Forcing people to invest time to fix and learn arcane things is not a solution and impacts poor people's ability to do things. They don't have the spare time or resources. |