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		scosman 76 days ago \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Apple's "notarisation" – blocking software freedom... Mandatory != free/libre

idle_zealot 76 days ago | [–]

Free/libre refers to user freedom. Mandatory licensing would restrict developer freedom in favor of user freedom, a common feature of consumer protection laws.

amelius 76 days ago | [–]

Freedom always comes at a cost.

Absolute freedom does not exist.

Etc.

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