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HP CEO Says They Brick Printers That Use Third-Party Ink Because of … Hackers (www.wired.com)
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HP CEO Says They Brick Printers That Use Third-Party Ink Because of … Hackers::The company says it wants to protect you from “viruses.” Experts are skeptical.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 9 months ago

Not saying it's correct, but it would be an interesting way to make sure the printer you installed ink in had "upgraded" firmware. Make the ink carry the firmware and flash when installed......