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Paperdog
Apr 16, 2026Copper Contributor
Sell you a broken Product; Charge you to fix it...
That's basically the characterization I have for Microsoft Windows. Each OS upgrade has become progressively worse. Win 11 is the latest in a parade of failing OS versions, which boggle the user's...
Scottil
Apr 17, 2026Brass Contributor
What you're calling out isn't just about Microsoft. It's about how software development has shifted across the industry—including on macOS. The "Zen of design" you mentioned, where process and aesthetics sometimes overshadow function, has absolutely influenced Apple as well. macOS has seen its share of feature bloat, hidden settings, and interface changes that prioritize visual polish over discoverability.