"We live in a time where privacy is something we actually have to work to enjoy. Achieving a level of privacy we once had takes work, and you need to start thinking beyond a single desktop, laptop, tablet, or phone -- all the way to your LAN. Also: Beware the 'Hi, how are you?' text. It's a scam - here's how it works Before I scare you all off, understand that this begins on the desktop and works its way out to the LAN."
"The first thing you should do is consider using a browser that can better protect you from privacy intrusions, such as Brave, DuckDuckGo, or Tor. If you continue using a web browser that doesn't offer better privacy, no matter what you do on your network, you'll still be vulnerable. Once you're using a privacy-focused browser, make sure the privacy settings are enabled."
Privacy now requires active measures across both devices and the local network. Achieving prior levels of privacy demands thinking beyond individual desktops, laptops, tablets, or phones to include the entire LAN. Privacy improvements should begin on the desktop and extend outward through the network, combining device hardening with network protections. Browser hardening is essential: use privacy-focused browsers (Brave, DuckDuckGo, Tor), enable stricter tracking protection, and add extensions like uBlock Origin and NoScript, accepting occasional site exceptions. Prefer apps that use strong encryption for messaging. Many practical privacy options are available at no cost.
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