EdTech companies have long and complicated privacy policies, but new research suggests they are not following their own policies.
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The government keeps approving crazy technology that may harm the people and the planet, and a research report shows EdTech companies sharing data they are not allowed. We look at these and other stories about privacy, security, and business.
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I just experienced a new thing demonstrating a new account connection trick that may become more common if we do not stand up. Amazon is creating account WITHOUT CONSENT if you visit IMDb.
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Omarchy is in the news for creating a new foundation with the help of several CEOs. Will this change the direction of Linux or just result in a lot of spent money?
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We look at the problem of computers being priced out of reach for consumers while companies are pushing us to need more computing power. What are we to do?
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Framework issued a BIOS update that bricked some computers. We look at this story and others related to privacy, security, and scams.
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Looked at the Parental Controls application from Big Linux to comply with Brazil's age laws. Balancing privacy and compliance.
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uBlock is giving up on fighting Facebook allowing more scams and malware to get through to users. We look at this and several other articles related to protecting yourself from scammers.
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Today we see the fight against scammers and malware rage on while one important shield is getting weaker. We also look at privacy, security, and business links.
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Today we talk about why Windows can't please everyone, but Linux can come close.
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