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brightball • today at 3:21 PM • 2 replies • view on HN

This is why I direct most family to Apple devices. Otherwise it’s constant tech support.


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outworlder • today at 4:25 PM

Yes, did the same more than 10 years ago.

My mother wanted a device to just access internet banking. Gave her a netbook (remember those?). Only successful Linux use-case for non techies I've succeeded at.

SoftTalker • today at 5:44 PM

This is why I don't do tech support for family. I just say "I work with servers, I don't know anything about [phones|iPads|laptops]." And indeed, I try to keep my own phone and laptop utterly bone stock or "as configured by employer."

Same philosophy as doctors who don't provide medical care for their family.