"they only corrupt user data and act sporadically"

The author dismisses these defects, but try telling a financial institution that it's "only" corrupt user data when the books don't balance. Explain to an aerospace company that acting sporadically is just fine.

Microsoft has definitely angered consumers in the gaming space. Look what they've done to Minecraft, or the formerly beloved studios they bought out. The Game Pass price hike was not well-received.

the strategy: “builder’s remedy,” The law works by nullifying local zoning rules when cities fail to plan for enough housing as required by the state.

In the U.S., in theory, when the War Powers Act came into effect in 1973 that would constitute a representation of the will of the people. In practice, presidents have routinely violated the act. Even when consulted congress has rarely opposed the president.