Monday, October 24, 2016

A Slightly Different Direction: Fun, Usability, Privacy, and Freedom

I know, I know, it's been like forever since I last posted on this blog. Life happens, right? In the two and a half years since my last article, I have left teaching and jumped into the IT field full-time. I have also developed a new, passionate reason for using Linux in addition to the usability and the lack of cost: freedom and privacy.

Some of you out there are probably rolling your eyes, and others could be thinking, "Look who just caught up!" Privacy and security are hard, particularly when you get into the technical bits. While standing up to the NSA is difficult at best and nearly impossible at worst, it is still possible for Joe Average to guard against the big stuff without a ton of inconvenience.

Look for new content with privacy, getting things done, having fun, and reasons why getting away from the big guys -- Apple, Google, Yahoo, and especially Microsoft -- is better for your well-being. Until next time, be well.

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