It’s true. He was an [expletive]. A pretty big [expletive], if we’re all being honest. But his piece is a heartfelt apology and retrospective on his relationship with Jobs.

There’s more, of course. , seemingly , and there were tributes from and so many others Jobs butted heads with over the years.

Respect isn’t so hard. The only real requirement is having a soul.

To those people outside the “Apple community” who put aside your differences, your grudges and even your legitimate complaints to show your respect to Steve Jobs, thank you. We hope when the time comes we can return the magnanimity you showed this week.

Macworld