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		userbinator on April 3, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Why will my device lose access to Libby & OverDriv... This is why having root access on devices you own is important. In fact, I'd even argue that not having root means you don't own it.

pierat on April 3, 2024 [–]

I would also say that if you don't have full administrator access,but the company still does?

That's a rental, not a sale.

And I'd argue that under FTC rule, that's illegal.

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