Right to repair versus Company trade secrets.
“The Federal Trade Commission will more aggressively police the makers of computers, phones and other products that prevent customers from repairing devices themselves or getting them repaired by third parties, the agency said Wednesday, in a unanimous vote it said will “restore the right to repair.”
“… manufacturers use a variety of methods—such as using adhesives that make parts difficult to replace, limiting the availability of parts and tools, or making diagnostic software unavailable—that have made consumer products harder to fix and maintain.
The policy statement notes that such restrictions on repairs of devices, equipment, and other products have increased the burden on consumers and businesses. In addition, manufacturers and sellers may be restricting competition for repairs in a number of ways that might violate the law.”
https://www.forbes.com/sites/graison...h=e5ac58f1a400
https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/pres...r-restrictions