"The different DNS providers they each come with benefits. The Google DNS should always be avoided. In Linux we can adjust our DNS to use different ones so that we have control of who handles our net traffic."
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-dns-providers-security/
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-dns-providers-security/
MUO
The 6 Best DNS Servers for Improved Online Safety
Changing your DNS provider? These are the six best DNS providers that'll protect your security and privacy.
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"Good utilities listed for system maintenance, however Stacer has not been maintained in 5 years. Can't recommend it, not sure why these websites still do."
https://www.fosslinux.com/134058/ccleaner-alternatives-for-ubuntu-a-fresh-look-at-system-cleaning-tools.htm
https://www.fosslinux.com/134058/ccleaner-alternatives-for-ubuntu-a-fresh-look-at-system-cleaning-tools.htm
FOSS Linux
5 Best CCleaner Alternatives for Ubuntu | FOSS Linux
Explore 5 top CCleaner alternatives for Ubuntu, offering fresh and effective solutions for system cleaning and optimization to enhance your computer's performance.
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"While not a fan of Mastadon, we see the need for decentralized computing and social networks to bypass the censorship that has ramped up heavily in 2024."
https://linuxiac.com/mastodons-user-base-skyrockets-to-15-million/
https://linuxiac.com/mastodons-user-base-skyrockets-to-15-million/
Linuxiac
Mastodon's User Base Skyrockets to 15 Million
With 15M users, Mastodon is redefining social media: decentralized, open-source, and free. Be part of the change.
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"Important safety tip. Likely won't affect our users here, but just in case. It's not a virus just a dangerous command being used by the system."
https://linuxiac.com/usage-of-plasma-6-global-themes-may-pose-serious-risks/
https://linuxiac.com/usage-of-plasma-6-global-themes-may-pose-serious-risks/
Linuxiac
Usage of Plasma 6's Global Themes May Pose Serious Risks
A Reddit user reported that installing a specific global theme in KDE Plasma 6 erased all the information on their computer.
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BleepingComputer
Misconfigured Firebase instances leaked 19 million plaintext passwords
Three cybersecurity researchers discovered close to 19 million plaintext passwords exposed on the public internet by misconfigured instances of Firebase, a Google platform for hosting databases, cloud computing, and app development.
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"In any distro I use changing the default browser is usually first priority after install."
https://itsfoss.com/ubuntu-change-browser/
https://itsfoss.com/ubuntu-change-browser/
It's FOSS
Change Default Web Browser in Ubuntu [Beginner's Tip]
New to Ubuntu and do not want to stick with Firefox? Here's how you can change your default browser.
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"I have posted the videos from LearnLinuxTV before. If you are still interested in videos you can seek them out for yourself if they cover something we don't."
https://linuxiac.com/best-youtube-linux-channels/
https://linuxiac.com/best-youtube-linux-channels/
Linuxiac
Best YouTube Linux Channels to Follow
Follow these top YouTube channels to stay updated with the latest Linux trends. Learn, innovate, and master Linux with experts.
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