If this is such a huge deal and users don't like it then there should be a market for machines that are not Windows Logo certified and run Linux. Given that there does not seem to be such a large market maybe those people that want to install linux on their desktop would be willing to pay more for the opportunity to do so.
Sandboxing has become increasingly popular and Microsoft is really the last one to the party. Most users (myself included) are happy with sandboxing. Apple has implemented this with great effect across its ecosystem.
All the actors are private organizations. No one is forcing anyone to buy a computer that enforces any of these restrictions. The FSF should try to understand why if this is such an important issue there does not seem to be a large market for Linux desktops. If there is a private actor can step in and provide the machines. If not, then you can always build your own.
One thing that will be interesting to see is if GPLv3 software slowly withers given that many embedded device makers will be unable to use it. I guess another cause may be Apple's continued rise as a platform of choice for both tablets and desktops/laptops.
Sandboxing has become increasingly popular and Microsoft is really the last one to the party. Most users (myself included) are happy with sandboxing. Apple has implemented this with great effect across its ecosystem.
All the actors are private organizations. No one is forcing anyone to buy a computer that enforces any of these restrictions. The FSF should try to understand why if this is such an important issue there does not seem to be a large market for Linux desktops. If there is a private actor can step in and provide the machines. If not, then you can always build your own.
One thing that will be interesting to see is if GPLv3 software slowly withers given that many embedded device makers will be unable to use it. I guess another cause may be Apple's continued rise as a platform of choice for both tablets and desktops/laptops.