Frens, when we first started the Jeff.pro channel, in 2021 Linux wasn’t even being discussed on “Freedom” based Telegram channels.
Almost no technology was being discussed at all.
Since then, tons of cool stuff has been brought to the attention of those who were interested to listen and learn, by the Jeff.pro channel.
It’s done more good than harm, that’s for sure.
Every once and a while, some frustrated frens pass by the channel and sling some mean words, that “Linux won’t fix privacy,” that we’re “Apple haters,” that this or that “isn’t so” …
Who knows why they do that. I think first impressions matter a lot, so many of our frens are having a difficult time these days because of the state our country is in, it’s unrealistic to expect everyone to always be happy as they pass on through … sometimes they show up doubting and cynical and just throw some mean words our way but most are actually very kind, true salt-of-the-earth people, by a large margin. Yes, some people have bad days…
Don’t let it discourage you though …
We’ve been teaching people about Linux for a long time now. There’s so many good outcomes, it’s really the most positive effort I’ve ever been a part of, percentage-wise. No joke, - at LEAST - 8 out of 10 people who have learned Linux with us end up with a good outcome, I bet it’s 9 out of 10, it’s a very high number and that speaks volumes over time (soon to be 3 years!).
Almost no technology was being discussed at all.
Since then, tons of cool stuff has been brought to the attention of those who were interested to listen and learn, by the Jeff.pro channel.
It’s done more good than harm, that’s for sure.
Every once and a while, some frustrated frens pass by the channel and sling some mean words, that “Linux won’t fix privacy,” that we’re “Apple haters,” that this or that “isn’t so” …
Who knows why they do that. I think first impressions matter a lot, so many of our frens are having a difficult time these days because of the state our country is in, it’s unrealistic to expect everyone to always be happy as they pass on through … sometimes they show up doubting and cynical and just throw some mean words our way but most are actually very kind, true salt-of-the-earth people, by a large margin. Yes, some people have bad days…
Don’t let it discourage you though …
We’ve been teaching people about Linux for a long time now. There’s so many good outcomes, it’s really the most positive effort I’ve ever been a part of, percentage-wise. No joke, - at LEAST - 8 out of 10 people who have learned Linux with us end up with a good outcome, I bet it’s 9 out of 10, it’s a very high number and that speaks volumes over time (soon to be 3 years!).
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political rant of the day.
on the topic of fanatical protestors on campus.
I know, we’re not supposed to like him , and yet … 🤷♂️
on the topic of fanatical protestors on campus.
I know, we’re not supposed to like him , and yet … 🤷♂️
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For those who ask, or are new to the channel, I tend to write about a mix of technology with some politics and reflection on the world in general.
The channel is run by more than one person—some days it’s somewhat programatic about technology with posts programmed by channel admins, other days I write articles myself from life’s experiences and thoughts about the direction the country is headed in, and so forth.
There are two educational programs running on this channel: One of them teaches about tech alternatives, Free and Open Source Linux that will change your way of viewing many of the problems facing people who are locked in to “big tech” platforms and see no way out. More extensive than you think, not gimmicky, takes some time to learn. Very high success rate, despite what is often initial skepticism.
Second, there is a newer program that teaches people how to remove their data from places where it is listed publicly on the internet. A lot of discussion about identity theft, learning to be defensive against ways technology is being used against us. This educational course is being developed at the moment in to a technology product that will be available to all, soon.
All of this draws from 40+ years experience working with tech and helping a good number of people learn things that helped them a lot, throughout those years.
@Jeffrey_Peterson | @jptchat | jeff.pro
The channel is run by more than one person—some days it’s somewhat programatic about technology with posts programmed by channel admins, other days I write articles myself from life’s experiences and thoughts about the direction the country is headed in, and so forth.
There are two educational programs running on this channel: One of them teaches about tech alternatives, Free and Open Source Linux that will change your way of viewing many of the problems facing people who are locked in to “big tech” platforms and see no way out. More extensive than you think, not gimmicky, takes some time to learn. Very high success rate, despite what is often initial skepticism.
Second, there is a newer program that teaches people how to remove their data from places where it is listed publicly on the internet. A lot of discussion about identity theft, learning to be defensive against ways technology is being used against us. This educational course is being developed at the moment in to a technology product that will be available to all, soon.
All of this draws from 40+ years experience working with tech and helping a good number of people learn things that helped them a lot, throughout those years.
@Jeffrey_Peterson | @jptchat | jeff.pro
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Forwarded from Badlands Media (Ali Tucker)
The FCC has imposed a collective fine of $200 million on some of the country's largest cellphone carriers for unlawfully sharing access to customer location data without consent and neglecting to safeguard that data from unauthorized disclosures.
Badlands Media
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Wireless carriers fined over $200 million for illegal location data sharing - Badlands Media
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has imposed a collective fine of $200 million on some of the country's largest cellphone carriers for unlawfully sharing access to customer location data without consent and neglecting to safeguard that data from…
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Still waiting for someone to explain why the main concern of the U.S. Gov’t is Ukraine and Israel and apparently not much else,
while the U.S. is being flooded with illegals through open borders and many of our cities are in complete freefall/decline amid chaos.
while the U.S. is being flooded with illegals through open borders and many of our cities are in complete freefall/decline amid chaos.
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Interesting to hear your ideas about the above topic. ☝️
I don’t have all the answers or know much from the “inside” politically these days but follow many of the same OSINT channels others do and can see what’s happening.
This much I do know…amid the chaos and the insane wave of illegal immigration in the U.S., there are a ridiculous amount of identity theft cases happening. It is going to be a record year.
This is just one of many reasons why we should take steps to remove our publicly available info from as many places as we possibly can, on the internet, ASAP. It is the right thing to do.
I don’t have all the answers or know much from the “inside” politically these days but follow many of the same OSINT channels others do and can see what’s happening.
This much I do know…amid the chaos and the insane wave of illegal immigration in the U.S., there are a ridiculous amount of identity theft cases happening. It is going to be a record year.
This is just one of many reasons why we should take steps to remove our publicly available info from as many places as we possibly can, on the internet, ASAP. It is the right thing to do.
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One PDF video to rule them all | Edit PDF's on Linux
A drive by show and tell of a ton of various tools to view, edit and sign PDF documents on your Linux Operating System. In this video you'll learn about the best tools that I've found for accomplishin
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Learn how to unplug from “big tech” systems and services.
Lower your data profile - learn how to remove your email address and other personal info from internet databases.
Helping freedom-loving Americans learn better ways to do their computing, since 2021.
Start your journey
in our technology forums -> forums.jeff.pro
@Jeffrey_Peterson | @jptchat | jeff.pro
Lower your data profile - learn how to remove your email address and other personal info from internet databases.
Helping freedom-loving Americans learn better ways to do their computing, since 2021.
Start your journey
in our technology forums -> forums.jeff.pro
@Jeffrey_Peterson | @jptchat | jeff.pro
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Forwarded from The Justice League (Toria Brooke)
Media is too big
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WATCH — In a 47-second long video, the NYPD takes down the Palestinian flag, restoring the American flag at City College New York after it was raided tonight. (Raws Alerts)
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On the topic of food, what they are trying to push on us…kind of interesting:
“One of these is dog food. The other two are plant burgers. Can you tell the difference?”
credit to The Carnivore Bar on Twitter/X
@Jeffrey_Peterson | @jptchat | jeff.pro
“One of these is dog food. The other two are plant burgers. Can you tell the difference?”
credit to The Carnivore Bar on Twitter/X
@Jeffrey_Peterson | @jptchat | jeff.pro
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Happy Birthday to BASIC, the computer programming language first launched in 1964.
The idea behind BASIC was to encourage non-engineering students to gain interest in writing computer programs.
When you can program a computer, you can create. Creating something from nothing. While it had its limitations, BASIC was powerful enough to do a lot. Certainly earned its place in history.
The idea behind BASIC was to encourage non-engineering students to gain interest in writing computer programs.
When you can program a computer, you can create. Creating something from nothing. While it had its limitations, BASIC was powerful enough to do a lot. Certainly earned its place in history.
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Forwarded from It's FOSS
Linux Mint 22 is going ahead with good decisions:
https://news.itsfoss.com/linux-mint-22-matrix-flatpak/
https://news.itsfoss.com/linux-mint-22-matrix-flatpak/
It's FOSS News
Linux Mint 22 To Add Matrix Client, Hide Risky Flatpak Apps, and More
Linux Mint 22 has interesting plans for the release.
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If we need to run Windows software, we can, but we shouldn’t let Windows out of its virtual cage.
Learn how to have the best of both worlds: A sovereign computer that respects you, running Linux, that can still run Windows apps on your Linux desktop—with WIndows constrained inside a virtual machine.
https://jeff.pro/need-to-use-microsoft-windows-be-safe-run-it-inside-a-linux-virtual-machine
Learn how to have the best of both worlds: A sovereign computer that respects you, running Linux, that can still run Windows apps on your Linux desktop—with WIndows constrained inside a virtual machine.
https://jeff.pro/need-to-use-microsoft-windows-be-safe-run-it-inside-a-linux-virtual-machine
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Need to Use Microsoft Windows? OK, but to be safe, run it Inside a Linux Virtual Machine -
For those who find themselves needing to use Microsoft Windows software for a specific reason, but who remain mindful of the virus, malware and security risks that come along with Windows, there’s a simple yet powerful way to keep the best of both worlds:…
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While mentioning AI today, couldn’t help but write this article. Important.
https://jeff.pro/forget-about-machine-learning-for-a-moment-why-machine-un-learning-is-essential-for-future-freedom-if-we-hope-to-avoid-orwells-1984/
https://jeff.pro/forget-about-machine-learning-for-a-moment-why-machine-un-learning-is-essential-for-future-freedom-if-we-hope-to-avoid-orwells-1984/
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Forget about "Machine Learning" for a Moment. Why "Machine Un-learning" is Essential for Future Freedom if we hope to avoid Orwell’s…
A Free Society Requires the Constant Pursuit of Truth The search for truth is an ongoing process that requires continuous refinement and correction. In today’s world, where information is abundant and algorithms constantly improve, it’s easy to assume that…
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If you’re one of the several hundred learners in the Linux for Beginners class run by this channel, your invitations for tomorrow’s Weekend Linux Workshop are being sent out to your e-mail now!
This week: A new version of the world’s most popular Linux distribution, Ubuntu Linux, has been released! Learn everything you need to know about it to stay up to date.
And, learn quick, useful tricks to distinguish the health of your Linux computer, at a glance to stay comfortable that everything is working correctly.
Learning about the parallel technology world of Free and Open Source Software is a decision to take back control of your personal information, data and ultimately your Digital Freedom. We welcome you to the Linux for Beginners class and a new chapter of your digital life. You will like it! While everyone else is being abused by "big tech" with no end in sight, it's time for you to get used to winning in your technology world!
See you online tomorrow @ 5:00pm Eastern!
This week: A new version of the world’s most popular Linux distribution, Ubuntu Linux, has been released! Learn everything you need to know about it to stay up to date.
And, learn quick, useful tricks to distinguish the health of your Linux computer, at a glance to stay comfortable that everything is working correctly.
Learning about the parallel technology world of Free and Open Source Software is a decision to take back control of your personal information, data and ultimately your Digital Freedom. We welcome you to the Linux for Beginners class and a new chapter of your digital life. You will like it! While everyone else is being abused by "big tech" with no end in sight, it's time for you to get used to winning in your technology world!
See you online tomorrow @ 5:00pm Eastern!
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