> the RAM producers need more of the same machines that other semi-conductor manufactures need and the suppliers of those seem unable to increase production

I suspect that it is very, very profitable for them not to increase production and instead increase prices.

This is one of those cases where the free market fails and governments should step-in. IP laws are there to elevate the arts and sciences, not stifle them in the name of profit.

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esseph 7 hours ago | parent [-]

> IP laws are there to elevate the arts and sciences, not stifle them in the name of profit.

Hmmmmmmmmm

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mapontosevenths 5 hours ago | parent [-]

I mean, that's what the US constitution says very plainly. It does seem to be a pretty unpopular take these days though.

"To promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings and Discoveries."

	▲	hyperman1 an hour ago \| parent [-]
		"To protect the children, ...."