Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

This is an interesting question. I'm not sure what the legal or business reasoning is; but from my personal perspective, Internet browsers are fundamentally different from most other products.

I believe a person's ability to access information is more sacred than her ability to perform word processing. I liken the question to why I support universal free education but not universal free binders.



Consider applying for YC's Winter 2026 batch! Applications are open till Nov 10

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: