TheDeparted
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Apple is really controlling about execution on its platform. It doesn't like Flash because it would allow execution of code that has not been Apple certified. There are probably other reasons as well, such as not wanting to pay licensing fees.
Apple tried to explain this by saying that their problem with Flash is that it is not based on an open standard. The irony with this statement is that Apple has been known to adopt open standards and give them a proprietary twist to claim them as their own.
I was told there was another example, but I'm finding it difficult to locate.
Apple tried to explain this by saying that their problem with Flash is that it is not based on an open standard. The irony with this statement is that Apple has been known to adopt open standards and give them a proprietary twist to claim them as their own.
Apple has shipped non-standard USB extension cables with some of their computers, for use with the included Apple USB keyboards. The extension cable's socket is keyed with a small protrusion to prevent the insertion of a standard USB plug, while the Apple USB keyboard's plug has a matching indentation. The indentation on the keyboard's plug does not interfere with insertion into a standard USB socket. Despite the keying, it is still possible to insert standard USB plugs into the extension cord. The protrusion can also be shaved off with an appropriate blade, or crushed with locking pliers.
I was told there was another example, but I'm finding it difficult to locate.