Like what, hacking the OS ? And I don't want the arduino ignore its reset button either.
A jumper is the cleanest way, not much to misconfigure, no getting lost in config files or other esoteric stuff.
I know this is not going to change the current pcb layout (maybe not even the updates), so it would be nice if at least a detailed image of the R2/R3 location were available on the webpage + some tips on how to remove it without killing/scratching/blemishing/desecrating the board. I guess the typical newbie arduino user would know how to get rid of non smd parts right away, but this - to me - barely visible smd capa. cost me some thinking around corners 