Well, it exposes an inherent problem with the Kindle that people fail to realize until they have an example of the actual meaning of the proprietary, closed system of Amazon's device.
They failed to notice that Amazon's use of conditional licenses on content and operating software mean they don't really own anything except a box which can be rendered useless at whim. It's like giving up a DVD of your favorite movie to watch it via cable subscription.
And while yes, it is obvious if you take the time to understand such things, the Kindle is sold as if it were an mp3 player for books, in which you own the content and use the tool for viewing.
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They failed to notice that Amazon's use of conditional licenses on content and operating software mean they don't really own anything except a box which can be rendered useless at whim. It's like giving up a DVD of your favorite movie to watch it via cable subscription.
And while yes, it is obvious if you take the time to understand such things, the Kindle is sold as if it were an mp3 player for books, in which you own the content and use the tool for viewing.