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im a windows user myself,i dont like linux nor use it. but i did use it before (pop os). so im intersed in knowing why some people like it.
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in linux · Mar 04, 2026
I like the way Linux handles updates. I like the way it handles privacy (opt-in instead of opt-out) I like the fact that I’m never forced to do anything (going to windows 11, keeping bloat software, updates) I like that it is light and quick. I like to be able to choose a desktop environment and distro. I like that it is open-source and I don’t want to use US big tech corpo. I like that it does not try to sell me anything. I don’t like not being able to play some games and printer setup.
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I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryo
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You’ve gotten some good answers kn fingerprinting so I won’t repeat that. I will add though: it depends on what you are trying to do. Blending in with Tor or Mullvad Browsers makes you less trackable,
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 03, 2026
Thank you very much for the detailed reply. Multiple browsers seems to be the solution seeing the multiple replies. New discipline though.
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The installation was very easy! It’s very greatful that my data doesn’t send to Google any more.
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Welcome ! Quick tip: Google has a database of cell towers that help getting a location quickly to get the GPS connection going. When you use localization with organic maps, you’ll notice it struggle t
Parent @MooseWinooski@lemmy.ca Open
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You can improve a coverage alternative with one of the many apps which discover and upload cell towers to Beacon DB.
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 03, 2026
Thank you, I did not know about that. I’ll look into it. I see it’s on Accrescent
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The installation was very easy! It’s very greatful that my data doesn’t send to Google any more.
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Welcome ! Quick tip: Google has a database of cell towers that help getting a location quickly to get the GPS connection going. When you use localization with organic maps, you’ll notice it struggle t
Parent @floofloof@lemmy.ca Open
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GrapheneOS has some services of its own that improve location speed and accuracy when enabled: SUPL and PSDS. They’re both implemented in ways that try to preserve privacy. See here for more info: gra
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 03, 2026
I have both enabled but still difficult to get a ping without a clear view to the sky. I will try network location though.
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I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryo
Parent @TiredTiger@lemmy.ml Open
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Mullvad Browser and LibreWolf have two completely different strategies to avoid fingerprinting. Mullvad Browser operates on everyone having the same configuration to blend in - if you want to use it,
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 03, 2026
Hardened browsers prioritize security over privacy right ? Vanadium is that kind of browser ?
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The installation was very easy! It’s very greatful that my data doesn’t send to Google any more.
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026
Welcome ! Quick tip: Google has a database of cell towers that help getting a location quickly to get the GPS connection going. When you use localization with organic maps, you’ll notice it struggle to find you. You have to have a clear view to the sky to get a ping and then you can use it inside your car for example. I also use github.com/barbeau/gpstest to get the ping more quickly.
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I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryo
Parent @Neptr@lemmy.blahaj.zone Open
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TL;DR The only way to avoid a near unique fingerprint is Tor Browser Longer explanation: There are too many styles of fingerprinting protections: randomized and normalized. Librewolf inherits its fing
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026
Thanks a lot for the detailed answer. My goal is pretty simple : I don’t want to give my data with big tech and gov for ideological reason more than for security but I don’t want to use tools that makes me stand out like a sore thumb. Mullvad has been recommended twice, I’ll have a look and see if it fits my need.
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NoScript will improve your privacy by a lot, and will make webpages load faster, since it stops stylish and tracker-ridden JS. If a webpage breaks, you can flick a few buttons to temporarily allow JS.
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Tails is probably an overkill for my threat model. What I want is pretty simple, be able to reboot any computer (ex: work computer) on my USB live system and be able to access my files, my emails… Ins
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What I want is pretty simple, be able to reboot any computer (ex: work computer) on my USB live system and be able to access my files, my emails Tails with persistent storage is a absolutely a good so
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026
Thanks for all the answers! It helps a lot!
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I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryo
Parent @RodgeGrabTheCat@sh.itjust.works Open
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I’ve heard fingerprinting tests are all sus. Don’t put too much stock into them. Best to do the clean yourself. A tip is to look through your gmail for email with “welcome” “confirmation” in the subje
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026
I hoped I would not have to send GDPR request myself… Long work ahead :)
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I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryo
Parent @MagnificentSteiner@lemmy.zip Open
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Regarding Incogni, this video explains them pretty well www.youtube.com/watch?v=iX3JT6q3AxA
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026
Thanks a lot! I’ll have a look.
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I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryo
Parent @BestBouclettes@jlai.lu Open
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For the unique fingerprint, using a lot of privacy apps /extensions makes you stand out more, because you’re likely the only person to use that exact configuration. The best way to hide is by obfuscat
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026
Obfuscating the data and sending random garbage. How do I do that ?
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I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryo
Parent @Object@sh.itjust.works Open
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Their website (coveryourtracks.eff.org/learn) do mention the concern you have; Blocking trackers means you are a user with a very specific settings. I suppose it would be like going around with a full
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026
I did not tinker a lot with LibreWolf, it only has protonpass and ublock origin (it came with it). I did not change anything on Vanadium but I understand Vanadium is security over privacy. Is there really a way to avoid both trackers and fingerprinting ? I’ll look into mullvad to see how it fares.
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I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryo
Parent @glint@mander.xyz Open
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NoScript will improve your privacy by a lot, and will make webpages load faster, since it stops stylish and tracker-ridden JS. If a webpage breaks, you can flick a few buttons to temporarily allow JS.
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026
Tails is probably an overkill for my threat model. What I want is pretty simple, be able to reboot any computer (ex: work computer) on my USB live system and be able to access my files, my emails… Instead of having to connect to my proton account without VPN on a normal browser on Microsoft. So I guess I only need an encrypted live system with any distro. Tails seemed to be the solution because it only writes to ram and purge ram before shutting down. I don’t know if it’s a nice to have or a must.
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@Username85920@lemmy.ml in privacy · Mar 02, 2026

A few question from a noob

I recently tried to clean up my digital life. I switched to Linux and switched to GrapheneOS and made more use of my proton subscription to replace google. But I have a few questions : I tried coveryourtracks.eff.org on Librewolf on my PC and Vanadium on my phone and it say I have a nearly unique fingerprint. Is the benefit of using a privacy focused browser neglected by the low userbase and unique fingerprint ? I did not have a great digital hygiene before so I have a google account, meta… How do I clean this up ? Are services like Incogni any good or is it just marketing ? Finally I wanted to use tails with persistent storage to use as a live system if I ever need to use a PC that is not my own to connect to my accounts. However, I don’t want the ISP to know I use Tor. I see it as a big “I have something to hide” flag for the ISP. But my understanding is if I install a VPN on tails it will be Tor over VPN (bad if I understand correctly) instead of VPN over Tor. Should I use something else than tails since I only want/need always on VPN with kill switch. Thanks a lot for your help. I want to say the journey is much easier than what I anticipated. The hardest part is making people switch around me. The lobbying has started.
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