This is not an advertisement to continue using Windows. However it is a good list of the privacy nightmare that is collected from you by default. Windows is the very embodiment of the data harvesting industry in a nutshell. There is also a good tidbit about why you shouldn't allow even anonymous data collection.
https://www.xda-developers.com/reasons-to-disable-windows-telemetry-for-better-privacy/
https://www.xda-developers.com/reasons-to-disable-windows-telemetry-for-better-privacy/
XDA
4 reasons I disable Windows telemetry for better privacy
It's your data–keep it safe.
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If you needed another reason to hate this smart device. Even Amazon wants in on the AI game...
https://www.maketecheasier.com/alexa-with-ai-delays/
https://www.maketecheasier.com/alexa-with-ai-delays/
Make Tech Easier
You’ll Have to Keep Waiting for the New AI Version of Alexa
Leaked documents show that Amazon is indeed trying to add AI to Alexa, but it’s too flawed right now for release. Is it too little too late?
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If there is any company that needs to be broken up and smashed for antitrust it is Microsoft.
https://www.howtogeek.com/microsoft-edge-browser-game-assist-preview/
https://www.howtogeek.com/microsoft-edge-browser-game-assist-preview/
How-To Geek
Microsoft Edge Is Invading Your PC Games
Look up guides without leaving your game.
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The trap door stays open until you take the cheese. It's voluntary for recall now. No promises for the future as Microsoft has the habit of making things required after a while.
https://www.xda-developers.com/copilot-plus-recall-finally-available-insiders/
https://www.xda-developers.com/copilot-plus-recall-finally-available-insiders/
XDA
After five months of delays, Copilot+ Recall is now available for Windows Insiders
After a long delay, Recall is finally here
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Always be aware of the attack surfaces. We live in a very interconnected world. While the task seems daunting it is worth the effort.
https://www.makeuseof.com/why-vpns-cant-hide-your-location-completely/
https://www.makeuseof.com/why-vpns-cant-hide-your-location-completely/
MUO
Even If You Use a VPN, Some Apps Will Still Know Your Real Location
A VPN can only protect your privacy so much.
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Asahi Linux is reverse-engineering support for Apple Silicon, including M1 Ultra - Ars Technica
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2022/03/asahi-linux-is-already-running-on-the-mac-studios-new-m1-ultra-chip/
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2022/03/asahi-linux-is-already-running-on-the-mac-studios-new-m1-ultra-chip/
Ars Technica
Asahi Linux is reverse-engineering support for Apple Silicon, including M1 Ultra
Developers' work on past M1 hardware is making it easier to support new chips.
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If anyone is interested, StandardNotes is running a 50% off "Black Friday" deal, according to their info this is a locked in yearly rate!
https://standardnotes.com/
https://standardnotes.com/
Standardnotes
Standard Notes | End-To-End Encrypted Notes App
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