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Re:Hardware fix for Dell “AC power adapter could not be dete... by bpfrh on Monday May 25, 2020 @04:50PM (#23304822)
That isn't drm but certification. E.g. if the device isn't certified then you shouldn't use it, but if you still want to use it, it is your choice.
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Re:Hardware fix for Dell “AC power adapter could not be dete... by nojito on Wednesday May 27, 2020 @08:39AM (#23322271)
You can’t tell.

Fake chargers and cables are very convincing.

How could it possibly be “your choice”?

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