Lancaban
@theeo123.bsky.social
Father of three human children and one crazy cat child, life-long gamer, appreciator of art and architecture, appreciator of science and music, lover of movies and dice.
https://wheretofind.me/@Lancaban
https://wheretofind.me/@Lancaban
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My discord is open to any pals this applies to
December 25, 2025 at 1:11 PM
My discord is open to any pals this applies to
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Trying out different social platforms? Be sure to follow EFF so you see the latest digital rights updates wherever you go: www.eff.org/pages/where...
WHERE TO FIND EFF
LEARN MORE ABOUT DIGITAL FREEDOM!You can stay stay up-to-date on the cutting edge of digital rights issues with EFFector, EFF's nearly-monthly newsletter.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!
www.eff.org
December 24, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Trying out different social platforms? Be sure to follow EFF so you see the latest digital rights updates wherever you go: www.eff.org/pages/where...
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We wish you all a happy holiday season and thank you all for a wonderful 2025!! 🎄🎁❄️ #Linux #OpenSource #FOSS #GNU
December 24, 2025 at 4:48 PM
We wish you all a happy holiday season and thank you all for a wonderful 2025!! 🎄🎁❄️ #Linux #OpenSource #FOSS #GNU
www.404media.co/why-i-quit-s...
The case for quitting streaming music for Cassette tapes:
- Portable & compact
- True ownership
- Offline, distraction-free listening
- Encourages deep, intentional listening
- Easy to share & make mixtapes
- Supports artists directly
- Durable & long-lasting
#music
The case for quitting streaming music for Cassette tapes:
- Portable & compact
- True ownership
- Offline, distraction-free listening
- Encourages deep, intentional listening
- Easy to share & make mixtapes
- Supports artists directly
- Durable & long-lasting
#music
Why I Quit Streaming And Got Back Into Cassettes
In the age of Spotify and AI slop, tapes remind us what we’re missing when we stop taking risks.
www.404media.co
December 24, 2025 at 6:36 PM
www.404media.co/why-i-quit-s...
The case for quitting streaming music for Cassette tapes:
- Portable & compact
- True ownership
- Offline, distraction-free listening
- Encourages deep, intentional listening
- Easy to share & make mixtapes
- Supports artists directly
- Durable & long-lasting
#music
The case for quitting streaming music for Cassette tapes:
- Portable & compact
- True ownership
- Offline, distraction-free listening
- Encourages deep, intentional listening
- Easy to share & make mixtapes
- Supports artists directly
- Durable & long-lasting
#music
www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/12/ghos...
Ghostty terminal is now being overseen and maintained by a non-profit organization "Hack Club" the move is meant to increase trust and encourage adoption.
#Ghostty #Terminal #CLI #FOSS #OpenSource
Ghostty terminal is now being overseen and maintained by a non-profit organization "Hack Club" the move is meant to increase trust and encourage adoption.
#Ghostty #Terminal #CLI #FOSS #OpenSource
Ghostty Terminal Adopts a Non-Profit Funding Model - OMG! Ubuntu
Ghostty, the fast GPU‑accelerated terminal, now operates under a non‑profit funding model through fiscal sponsorship with Hack Club. Here’s what it means.
www.omgubuntu.co.uk
December 24, 2025 at 12:36 PM
www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/12/ghos...
Ghostty terminal is now being overseen and maintained by a non-profit organization "Hack Club" the move is meant to increase trust and encourage adoption.
#Ghostty #Terminal #CLI #FOSS #OpenSource
Ghostty terminal is now being overseen and maintained by a non-profit organization "Hack Club" the move is meant to increase trust and encourage adoption.
#Ghostty #Terminal #CLI #FOSS #OpenSource
www.howtogeek.com/bought-somet...
Google has agreed to pay $630 million to settle a class-action antitrust lawsuit regarding the Play Store.
If you ever bought an Android app or made an in-app purchase over the last several years, you might automatically qualify for a payout.
#Google
Google has agreed to pay $630 million to settle a class-action antitrust lawsuit regarding the Play Store.
If you ever bought an Android app or made an in-app purchase over the last several years, you might automatically qualify for a payout.
Bought something from the Google Play Store? You might get a payout
This is an easy settlement to get money from.
www.howtogeek.com
December 24, 2025 at 12:26 PM
www.howtogeek.com/bought-somet...
Google has agreed to pay $630 million to settle a class-action antitrust lawsuit regarding the Play Store.
If you ever bought an Android app or made an in-app purchase over the last several years, you might automatically qualify for a payout.
#Google
Google has agreed to pay $630 million to settle a class-action antitrust lawsuit regarding the Play Store.
If you ever bought an Android app or made an in-app purchase over the last several years, you might automatically qualify for a payout.
www.theverge.com/news/849528/...
Italy’s antitrust regulator fined Apple > €98 million (≈ $116 M), saying the company abused its dominant App Store position. Apple’s privacy rules force third‑party apps to collect more data than native iOS apps.
#apple #antitrust #Monopoly #Privacy
Italy’s antitrust regulator fined Apple > €98 million (≈ $116 M), saying the company abused its dominant App Store position. Apple’s privacy rules force third‑party apps to collect more data than native iOS apps.
#apple #antitrust #Monopoly #Privacy
Apple fined $116 million over app privacy prompts
France imposed a similar fine in March.
www.theverge.com
December 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
www.theverge.com/news/849528/...
Italy’s antitrust regulator fined Apple > €98 million (≈ $116 M), saying the company abused its dominant App Store position. Apple’s privacy rules force third‑party apps to collect more data than native iOS apps.
#apple #antitrust #Monopoly #Privacy
Italy’s antitrust regulator fined Apple > €98 million (≈ $116 M), saying the company abused its dominant App Store position. Apple’s privacy rules force third‑party apps to collect more data than native iOS apps.
#apple #antitrust #Monopoly #Privacy
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The funny part? More people will watch it now due to the controversy than would have watched it during a normal airing. 😂 Whoopsi, was it supposed to be secret? Oops, we didn't know that 😂
December 23, 2025 at 7:04 AM
The funny part? More people will watch it now due to the controversy than would have watched it during a normal airing. 😂 Whoopsi, was it supposed to be secret? Oops, we didn't know that 😂
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Massive respect to his efforts so far. 🙏
December 23, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Massive respect to his efforts so far. 🙏
www.howtogeek.com/battery-savi...
5 battery-saving tricks that don't work
The following have little to no effect on your devices' battery:
- Disabling Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Airplane mode
- Dark mode*
- Not using live wallpapers
- Closing background apps
* - Except a little on OLED devices
5 battery-saving tricks that don't work
The following have little to no effect on your devices' battery:
- Disabling Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Airplane mode
- Dark mode*
- Not using live wallpapers
- Closing background apps
* - Except a little on OLED devices
5 common battery-saving tricks that hardly save any battery life
These tricks are (mostly) shams.
www.howtogeek.com
December 23, 2025 at 1:06 AM
www.howtogeek.com/battery-savi...
5 battery-saving tricks that don't work
The following have little to no effect on your devices' battery:
- Disabling Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Airplane mode
- Dark mode*
- Not using live wallpapers
- Closing background apps
* - Except a little on OLED devices
5 battery-saving tricks that don't work
The following have little to no effect on your devices' battery:
- Disabling Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Airplane mode
- Dark mode*
- Not using live wallpapers
- Closing background apps
* - Except a little on OLED devices
itsfoss.com/news/peertub...
PeerTube's latest update gives a big boost not only to the platform, but also the mobile app, adding a Creator mode that's been in the works for a while, Team collaboration for PeerTube Channels and more
#PeerTube #Fediverse #SocialMedia
PeerTube's latest update gives a big boost not only to the platform, but also the mobile app, adding a Creator mode that's been in the works for a while, Team collaboration for PeerTube Channels and more
#PeerTube #Fediverse #SocialMedia
Decentralized YouTube Alternative PeerTube Adds Creator Mode
The open source YouTube alternative offers some welcome updates for content creators.
itsfoss.com
December 19, 2025 at 8:26 PM
itsfoss.com/news/peertub...
PeerTube's latest update gives a big boost not only to the platform, but also the mobile app, adding a Creator mode that's been in the works for a while, Team collaboration for PeerTube Channels and more
#PeerTube #Fediverse #SocialMedia
PeerTube's latest update gives a big boost not only to the platform, but also the mobile app, adding a Creator mode that's been in the works for a while, Team collaboration for PeerTube Channels and more
#PeerTube #Fediverse #SocialMedia
www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/12/fire...
Firefox Dev has taken to social media to clarify the comments by the new Mozilla CEO, saying that all AI will be optional and there will be an AI "Kill-Switch"
#mozilla #AI #Browsers
Firefox Dev has taken to social media to clarify the comments by the new Mozilla CEO, saying that all AI will be optional and there will be an AI "Kill-Switch"
#mozilla #AI #Browsers
Firefox dev clarifies there will be an AI 'kill switch'
The saga continues! A Firefox developer has taken to social media to note there will be some sort of kill switch to completely remove AI features.
www.gamingonlinux.com
December 18, 2025 at 7:28 PM
www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/12/fire...
Firefox Dev has taken to social media to clarify the comments by the new Mozilla CEO, saying that all AI will be optional and there will be an AI "Kill-Switch"
#mozilla #AI #Browsers
Firefox Dev has taken to social media to clarify the comments by the new Mozilla CEO, saying that all AI will be optional and there will be an AI "Kill-Switch"
#mozilla #AI #Browsers
www.howtogeek.com/5-features-t...
5 features that Make Linux more productive than Windows or Mac
The article covers the following:
- Virtual desktops
- Tiling window managers
- Widgets, extensions, and scripts
- Portable live boot
- A distro for every need
#Linux #OpenSource #Productivity
5 features that Make Linux more productive than Windows or Mac
The article covers the following:
- Virtual desktops
- Tiling window managers
- Widgets, extensions, and scripts
- Portable live boot
- A distro for every need
#Linux #OpenSource #Productivity
5 features that make Linux more productive than Windows or Mac
Linux takes productivity to a new level.
www.howtogeek.com
December 18, 2025 at 2:45 AM
www.howtogeek.com/5-features-t...
5 features that Make Linux more productive than Windows or Mac
The article covers the following:
- Virtual desktops
- Tiling window managers
- Widgets, extensions, and scripts
- Portable live boot
- A distro for every need
#Linux #OpenSource #Productivity
5 features that Make Linux more productive than Windows or Mac
The article covers the following:
- Virtual desktops
- Tiling window managers
- Widgets, extensions, and scripts
- Portable live boot
- A distro for every need
#Linux #OpenSource #Productivity
www.theverge.com/news/846175/...
Bluesky now allows you to find/import your friends, but insists that it's in a way which still respects the privacy of its users.
I admit to being skeptical, but I'm willing to wait for those more knowledgeable than me to weigh in.
#Bluesky #SocialMedia #Privacy
Bluesky now allows you to find/import your friends, but insists that it's in a way which still respects the privacy of its users.
I admit to being skeptical, but I'm willing to wait for those more knowledgeable than me to weigh in.
#Bluesky #SocialMedia #Privacy
Bluesky claims its new contact import feature is ‘privacy-first’
Don’t panic if it looks like you have no friends, the system takes time to work.
www.theverge.com
December 17, 2025 at 7:46 PM
www.theverge.com/news/846175/...
Bluesky now allows you to find/import your friends, but insists that it's in a way which still respects the privacy of its users.
I admit to being skeptical, but I'm willing to wait for those more knowledgeable than me to weigh in.
#Bluesky #SocialMedia #Privacy
Bluesky now allows you to find/import your friends, but insists that it's in a way which still respects the privacy of its users.
I admit to being skeptical, but I'm willing to wait for those more knowledgeable than me to weigh in.
#Bluesky #SocialMedia #Privacy
www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/12/stea...
Steam Replay is live, and only about 14% of all playtime on the platform, was on games released in 2025
#Gaming #Steam #VideoGames
Steam Replay is live, and only about 14% of all playtime on the platform, was on games released in 2025
#Gaming #Steam #VideoGames
Steam Replay is live and notes only 14% "of playtime spent by all Steam users" was for 2025 releases
Valve have released Steam Replay for 2025, showing off some interesting stats about your gaming and how it stacks up against everyone on Steam.
www.gamingonlinux.com
December 17, 2025 at 7:37 PM
www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/12/stea...
Steam Replay is live, and only about 14% of all playtime on the platform, was on games released in 2025
#Gaming #Steam #VideoGames
Steam Replay is live, and only about 14% of all playtime on the platform, was on games released in 2025
#Gaming #Steam #VideoGames
itsfoss.com/fresh-termin...
"Fresh" is a new terminal text editor, written in rust, that tries to use common key bindings such as Ctrl+s to save, or Ctrl+f to search.
Also included: LSP support, Full Mouse support, & plugins for things like TypeScript
#OpenSource #CLI #TUI #Linux #Terminal
"Fresh" is a new terminal text editor, written in rust, that tries to use common key bindings such as Ctrl+s to save, or Ctrl+f to search.
Also included: LSP support, Full Mouse support, & plugins for things like TypeScript
#OpenSource #CLI #TUI #Linux #Terminal
Easier Than Nano! Fresh is a Fresh New Rust-based Terminal Editor for Linux
Rust-based editor combines fast performance with GUI-style shortcuts that just work.
itsfoss.com
December 17, 2025 at 5:16 PM
itsfoss.com/fresh-termin...
"Fresh" is a new terminal text editor, written in rust, that tries to use common key bindings such as Ctrl+s to save, or Ctrl+f to search.
Also included: LSP support, Full Mouse support, & plugins for things like TypeScript
#OpenSource #CLI #TUI #Linux #Terminal
"Fresh" is a new terminal text editor, written in rust, that tries to use common key bindings such as Ctrl+s to save, or Ctrl+f to search.
Also included: LSP support, Full Mouse support, & plugins for things like TypeScript
#OpenSource #CLI #TUI #Linux #Terminal
itrwrestling.com/news/world-c...
Mick Foley has officially parted ways with WWE, specifically citing WWE's ties to Donald Trump.
#wrestling #ProWrestling #MickFoley #WWE
Mick Foley has officially parted ways with WWE, specifically citing WWE's ties to Donald Trump.
#wrestling #ProWrestling #MickFoley #WWE
BREAKING: 3-Time World Champion Parts Ways With WWE Due To Donald Trump Relationship
Multi-time champion officially parts ways with WWE due to the company's ties with Donald Trump.
itrwrestling.com
December 16, 2025 at 6:22 PM
itrwrestling.com/news/world-c...
Mick Foley has officially parted ways with WWE, specifically citing WWE's ties to Donald Trump.
#wrestling #ProWrestling #MickFoley #WWE
Mick Foley has officially parted ways with WWE, specifically citing WWE's ties to Donald Trump.
#wrestling #ProWrestling #MickFoley #WWE
thehackernews.com/2025/12/feat...
Never EVER use Free VPN extensions
Urban VPN Proxy, which has a 4.7 rating on the Google Chrome Web Store, six million users and a "featured" badge, has been observed gathering every prompt entered by users into (AI)-chatbots.
#Privacy #Security
Never EVER use Free VPN extensions
Urban VPN Proxy, which has a 4.7 rating on the Google Chrome Web Store, six million users and a "featured" badge, has been observed gathering every prompt entered by users into (AI)-chatbots.
#Privacy #Security
Featured Chrome Browser Extension Caught Intercepting Millions of Users' AI Chats
Urban VPN extensions collect AI prompts, responses, and browsing data from millions through hidden code.
thehackernews.com
December 16, 2025 at 3:21 PM
thehackernews.com/2025/12/feat...
Never EVER use Free VPN extensions
Urban VPN Proxy, which has a 4.7 rating on the Google Chrome Web Store, six million users and a "featured" badge, has been observed gathering every prompt entered by users into (AI)-chatbots.
#Privacy #Security
Never EVER use Free VPN extensions
Urban VPN Proxy, which has a 4.7 rating on the Google Chrome Web Store, six million users and a "featured" badge, has been observed gathering every prompt entered by users into (AI)-chatbots.
#Privacy #Security
www.howtogeek.com/you-can-use-...
How to use your android phone as a webcam on ANY computer, easily.
#android #Linux #WebCam
How to use your android phone as a webcam on ANY computer, easily.
#android #Linux #WebCam
You can use your Android phone as a webcam for any computer
Get better video quality without buying a webcam.
www.howtogeek.com
December 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
www.howtogeek.com/you-can-use-...
How to use your android phone as a webcam on ANY computer, easily.
#android #Linux #WebCam
How to use your android phone as a webcam on ANY computer, easily.
#android #Linux #WebCam
Found on Reddit, Re-Sharing here:
AA guide to alternative software
Not everything here is Open Source, but a lot of it is, and it's a decent starting point to moving away from Big tech.
AA guide to alternative software
Not everything here is Open Source, but a lot of it is, and it's a decent starting point to moving away from Big tech.
December 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Found on Reddit, Re-Sharing here:
AA guide to alternative software
Not everything here is Open Source, but a lot of it is, and it's a decent starting point to moving away from Big tech.
AA guide to alternative software
Not everything here is Open Source, but a lot of it is, and it's a decent starting point to moving away from Big tech.
proton.me/blog/ad-tech...
Le Monde revealed that ad-tracking data from ordinary smartphone apps exposed the identities and movements of French police, military, and intelligence personnel. No hacking was involved; the data came from consumer datasets sold by brokers.
#Privacy #Security
Le Monde revealed that ad-tracking data from ordinary smartphone apps exposed the identities and movements of French police, military, and intelligence personnel. No hacking was involved; the data came from consumer datasets sold by brokers.
#Privacy #Security
Ad-based tracking on phones uncovers military secrets | Proton
Ad-data on smart phones can uncover military identities and secrets. So what does this mean for your privacy?
proton.me
December 12, 2025 at 6:42 PM
proton.me/blog/ad-tech...
Le Monde revealed that ad-tracking data from ordinary smartphone apps exposed the identities and movements of French police, military, and intelligence personnel. No hacking was involved; the data came from consumer datasets sold by brokers.
#Privacy #Security
Le Monde revealed that ad-tracking data from ordinary smartphone apps exposed the identities and movements of French police, military, and intelligence personnel. No hacking was involved; the data came from consumer datasets sold by brokers.
#Privacy #Security
linuxiac.com/kde-surpasse...
KDE has surpassed its 2025 fundraising goal, reaching €276K reaching 276% of its goal through the community fundraiser alone,
#KDE #OpenSource #FOSS #Linux
KDE has surpassed its 2025 fundraising goal, reaching €276K reaching 276% of its goal through the community fundraiser alone,
#KDE #OpenSource #FOSS #Linux
KDE Surpasses 2025 Fundraiser Goal With Record Community Support
KDE has exceeded its €100K goal by reaching 276% funding, marking one of the strongest community support drives in the project’s history.
linuxiac.com
December 12, 2025 at 6:27 PM
linuxiac.com/kde-surpasse...
KDE has surpassed its 2025 fundraising goal, reaching €276K reaching 276% of its goal through the community fundraiser alone,
#KDE #OpenSource #FOSS #Linux
KDE has surpassed its 2025 fundraising goal, reaching €276K reaching 276% of its goal through the community fundraiser alone,
#KDE #OpenSource #FOSS #Linux
proton.me/blog/is-sign...
A deep dive into both the security & privacy (they are separate things) of Signal, and some brief comparisons to other communications solutions.
In short, signal is the gold standard for good reason.
#Privacy #Security #Signal #SignalMessenger
A deep dive into both the security & privacy (they are separate things) of Signal, and some brief comparisons to other communications solutions.
In short, signal is the gold standard for good reason.
#Privacy #Security #Signal #SignalMessenger
Is Signal safe? What to know about this encrypted messaging app | Proton
Signal is often considered the gold standard in private and secure messaging. But is Signal safe? How much of its reputation is justified?
proton.me
December 11, 2025 at 6:23 PM
proton.me/blog/is-sign...
A deep dive into both the security & privacy (they are separate things) of Signal, and some brief comparisons to other communications solutions.
In short, signal is the gold standard for good reason.
#Privacy #Security #Signal #SignalMessenger
A deep dive into both the security & privacy (they are separate things) of Signal, and some brief comparisons to other communications solutions.
In short, signal is the gold standard for good reason.
#Privacy #Security #Signal #SignalMessenger
www.howtogeek.com/8-things-you...
8 Things you can do in the Terminal, faster & easier than you can in your browser:
- Generate passwords
- Get the weather
- Look up your IP
- Speed test
- Convert files
- Unit conversions
- Get definitions and translations
- Download media
#Terminal #Cli #Tips
8 Things you can do in the Terminal, faster & easier than you can in your browser:
- Generate passwords
- Get the weather
- Look up your IP
- Speed test
- Convert files
- Unit conversions
- Get definitions and translations
- Download media
#Terminal #Cli #Tips
Stop opening your browser for these 8 tasks, the terminal does them better
These productivity hacks that will make you question your browser habits.
www.howtogeek.com
December 11, 2025 at 2:08 PM
www.howtogeek.com/8-things-you...
8 Things you can do in the Terminal, faster & easier than you can in your browser:
- Generate passwords
- Get the weather
- Look up your IP
- Speed test
- Convert files
- Unit conversions
- Get definitions and translations
- Download media
#Terminal #Cli #Tips
8 Things you can do in the Terminal, faster & easier than you can in your browser:
- Generate passwords
- Get the weather
- Look up your IP
- Speed test
- Convert files
- Unit conversions
- Get definitions and translations
- Download media
#Terminal #Cli #Tips
