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Author critiques Apple and Windows, favors Raspberry Pi for general-purpose computing

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The author argues that iPads and Macs are not general-purpose computers due to Apple's restrictive publishing policies. They criticize Windows PCs for being bogged down by unnecessary software. Raspberry Pi is presented as a more flexible option, offering a barebones Linux computer on a PCB, though it requires additional peripherals and potential certification costs if boxed. The author highlights the limited options for air-gapped or internet-deprived computers, contrasting this need with the high processing power of modern smartphones. AI

RANK_REASON The item is an opinion piece discussing the nature of general-purpose computers and critiquing specific brands.

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Author critiques Apple and Windows, favors Raspberry Pi for general-purpose computing

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    # computers # sailing # AI IPad and MAC are not general purpose computers (too much Apple grovelling to get a program published). Windows PC are full of needy n

    # computers # sailing # AI IPad and MAC are not general purpose computers (too much Apple grovelling to get a program published). Windows PC are full of needy nonsense and take 30 minutes to boot. Raspberry PI cleverly sidesteps compliance issues by selling a barebones computer o…

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