Ask HN: Is there a website that tracks excessive writes to SSDs in OS/app betas?
A discussion on Hacker News explores the feasibility of tracking SSD write-wear caused by OS and application beta software. Users debate the necessity of such tracking and the hardware implications of non-replaceable storage in modern laptops.
Why it matters
As hardware becomes less modular, understanding the longevity of storage components is increasingly important for consumers concerned about device lifespan.
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Ask HN: Is there a website that tracks excessive writes to SSDs in OS/app betas?
If not, why not? That way, people can choose whether they want to install various software betas based on how much SSD wear they are willing to accept. And since this data would be made public and available in one place, software developers would be more careful about excessive logging in their betas.
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