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by MarcoPerazaFCC 1023 days ago
>I've purchased equipment, new in the box, after the mfg had discontinued support.

Exactly the kind of thing that sounds crazy but still happens.

>1. Final date the manufacturer will provide firmware updates & security updates 2. If the manufacturer will support open source alternative firmware & security updates. 3. If there are any subscription fees (and how much) to get firmware updates & security updates.

It would be great if you could file an official comment with your thoughts on exactly what disclosures are needed and why you think they're necessary. We want to get this right.

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I'll did so. Thanks for the encouragement!