AaliyahK12

As somebody generally opposed to measures like DMCA, but not particularly well informed enough about it, I'm definitely keen to hear your thoughts on it.

So why does it suck?

I'll admit I was only vaguely aware that was something that happens tbh.

How exactly do manufacturers digitally lock things to prevent you repairing them? Is it just through voiding the warranty or something?

I definitely agree that we should have the right to replace and repair things ourselves if we can and I'm super grateful the internet enables us to share information about how to do those things. So if companies are trying to impede that, you're absolutely right - that needs to change.

Thanks for the great answer!

And a Scientific American article to go and read.

If I had written an article for Scientific American, y'all would never be hearing the end of it tbh. That would be the single greatest accomplishment of my life tbh...