amanfromMars 1 Tue 30 Jan 09:07 [2401300907] …… points out on https://forums.theregister.com/forum/1/2024/01/30/tech_monopoly_doctorow/

One cannot offer novel solutions if one doesn’t recognise systemic problems

In the end it should be possible to reverse the current trend and reintroduce a more competitive technology industry environment that can spur innovation, spread the wealth, and grow more efficient for users, employers, and investors.

What/Who says it was ever impossible?

Whenever profit is always money for nothing making everything surprisingly quickly too expensive to employ and enjoy, will its systems implode and support groups be forced to seek protection from liquidation ‽ .

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