open source

The Rip Ragged blog lays down some text on some things would-be competitors to Apple should know. There's wisdom in those words:

...a Windows computer is great for rebooting and running all of your cool anti-virus apps... Your Windows machine will also hold down a stack of loose papers next to an open window on a breezy day.

Yep. A couple things need to be cheerfully challenged, however.

...Pure open source is really nice, but nobody is in charge. There isn't anybody to sue when you lose your entire digital life to a keystroke. Accountability and warranties are important.
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