But using a random version of Linux that they found on the Internet was probably cheaper than developing their own custom OS and DRM scheme. Cheap product development == more profit. And happier users, in this case.
The WRT54G shows that an inexpensive product that meets everyone's needs will sell better than an overpriced product that intentionally limits its own functionality.
The WRT54G shows that an inexpensive product that meets everyone's needs will sell better than an overpriced product that intentionally limits its own functionality.