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HP disables customers’ printers if they use ink cartridges from cheaper rivals
(www.telegraph.co.uk)
this post was submitted on 13 May 2023
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@zachnfine @Heterokromia @yogthos Nah, it's cool.
And just a technician. Not Brother trained nor on their payroll. 👍
@uninventive @Heterokromia @yogthos And a printer lock-in accelerationist! I'll be ready for scrolls and fountain pens when-the-toner-cartridge-hits-the-fan.