Right to Root Access

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Right to Root Access

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right to root access

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right to repair laws should include provisions requiring manufacturers to unlock a device's bootloader (to provide root access) upon consumer request.

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Imagine buying a PC but only be able to install anything from one app store made by the manufacturer

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