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Psystar: not quite what it appears to be

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Wednesday April 16, 2008. 10:03 PM
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Source : Guardian UnlimitedContrary to what its comprehensive and detailed website implies, Psystar appears to be a one-man-show. The Guardian uncovers the truth behind the website, exposing a only the bare bones of what can be considered a "business solutions" company. Their phone reception system is buggy, won't allow you to leave messages, and only connects you to "support" to talk to a person. Their contact address had originally pointed to a house in suburbia, but was changed later in the day, pointing to an industrial park, specifically the company "USA KOEN PACK," who had never heard of Psystar. Also, their website, which looked so well-done, was actually built from an online template (source: AppleInsider). Yet, not to be too disparaging, all OpenMac hope is not completely lost. Simply because "Psystar" is simply a garage business does not render it invalid. Remember that Apple Computer Inc was, too, born in a garage. If legit, Psystar certainly has a lot to prove before it can be considered trustworthy, Nevertheless, as obvious as Psystar's intended deception is, it remains unknown how the situation will be altered. The potentially controversial nature of Apple's EULA is out in the open... The cries for a modestly-priced mid-tower from Apple have been sung. Would Psystar, if legit, still dare to sell an OpenMac, especially without a legal team? Might another entrepreneur pick up on the idea with an "OpenMac" of their own? Will Apple finally answer the pleas of its users begging for a modestly-priced consumer tower? All of these questions remain to be answered.
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