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You are so brainwashed by app stores' talking points that you don't realize you are describing computers.

Just let users install whatever they want. Maybe add a verification process (a-la app verification for Mac) if users want to be restricted to verified apps. Show a "this is from an unverified developer" messages if the app comes from an unverified developer (is not signed).

There's no need to draw lines. Leave that to painters and architects.



If laptops really were as ubiquitous as cellphones they would end up regulated the same way.


Laptops are regulated on their radio transmissions. Just not on which games you are allowed to install.


How old are you? You are describing literal history... It's called FCC compliance




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