FreeTech Project
@freetechproject.libredigital.org
In an ongoing pandemic, we're tackle social isolation by connecting people online to collectively learn how to use technology at the intersection of inclusivity, sustainability, security and privacy.
Profile imagery by Kat Himmel.
Profile imagery by Kat Himmel.
Albania Appoints an AI as Government Official: futurism.com/albania-appo...
Albania Appoints an AI as Government Official
In a world first, Albania's prime minister has appointed an AI to a government official position in hopes of rooting out corruption.
futurism.com
September 14, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Albania Appoints an AI as Government Official: futurism.com/albania-appo...
"If you value your privacy and, also important, if you value the security of your computer, consider installing an ad blocker," says CERN’s Computer Security Office. www.osnews.com/story/143279...
Even the birthplace of the world wide web wants you to use adblockers – OSnews
www.osnews.com
September 11, 2025 at 7:58 PM
"If you value your privacy and, also important, if you value the security of your computer, consider installing an ad blocker," says CERN’s Computer Security Office. www.osnews.com/story/143279...
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I'll finish by saying if you'd like to know more, or ask questions, you're welcome to join the @freetechproject.libredigital.org online workshops that are running one last time for the 25/26 season, and which I'll be facilitating for folks in England and beyond! www.libredigital.org/the-freetech...
The FreeTech Project returns with "Tea & Tech" online workshops!
Designed in consultation with our communities, particularly those learning with us from home at the very start of the Covid-19 pandemic — and made possible by a grant from The National Lottery Communi...
www.libredigital.org
September 9, 2025 at 3:36 PM
I'll finish by saying if you'd like to know more, or ask questions, you're welcome to join the @freetechproject.libredigital.org online workshops that are running one last time for the 25/26 season, and which I'll be facilitating for folks in England and beyond! www.libredigital.org/the-freetech...
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I used to have a page on my site with a selection of tech options for the discerning media activist wanting to undermine and challenge big tech/media companies and surveillance capitalism. When I removed it, to my surprise a lot of folks asked where it went! So here's a thread of much of the info...
September 9, 2025 at 1:53 PM
I used to have a page on my site with a selection of tech options for the discerning media activist wanting to undermine and challenge big tech/media companies and surveillance capitalism. When I removed it, to my surprise a lot of folks asked where it went! So here's a thread of much of the info...
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I'm excited to be facilitating these one last time! We'll tackle tech at the intersection of inclusivity, sustainability, security and privacy -- and explore the alternatives to "Big Tech"!
Our online workshops are back for those who'd like some "Tea & Tech" from the comfort of their own home! www.libredigital.org/the-freetech...
The FreeTech Project returns with "Tea & Tech" online workshops!
Designed in consultation with our communities, particularly those learning with us from home at the very start of the Covid-19 pandemic — and made possible by a grant from The National Lottery Communi...
www.libredigital.org
August 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
I'm excited to be facilitating these one last time! We'll tackle tech at the intersection of inclusivity, sustainability, security and privacy -- and explore the alternatives to "Big Tech"!
Our online workshops are back for those who'd like some "Tea & Tech" from the comfort of their own home! www.libredigital.org/the-freetech...
The FreeTech Project returns with "Tea & Tech" online workshops!
Designed in consultation with our communities, particularly those learning with us from home at the very start of the Covid-19 pandemic — and made possible by a grant from The National Lottery Communi...
www.libredigital.org
August 27, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Our online workshops are back for those who'd like some "Tea & Tech" from the comfort of their own home! www.libredigital.org/the-freetech...
Various desktop Linux tips for newbies: akselmo.dev/posts/how-to...
Various desktop Linux tips for newbies
Akseli's various rambles and posts about gaming, gamedev, FOSS, programming and other things.
akselmo.dev
August 16, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Various desktop Linux tips for newbies: akselmo.dev/posts/how-to...
Firefox’ new “AI” features cause CPU spikes and battery drain www.osnews.com/story/143044... #Firefox #AI
Firefox’ new “AI” features cause CPU spikes and battery drain – OSnews
www.osnews.com
August 13, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Firefox’ new “AI” features cause CPU spikes and battery drain www.osnews.com/story/143044... #Firefox #AI
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Unlike Big Tech browsers, Vivaldi is for the people 💪
July 26, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Unlike Big Tech browsers, Vivaldi is for the people 💪
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💡 Curious what a virtual private network (VPN) or a mobile VPN is – and how it protects your privacy online?
Find out if these privacy tools are the right choice for you!
👉 Read our new article: murena.com/what-is-a-vpn/
Find out if these privacy tools are the right choice for you!
👉 Read our new article: murena.com/what-is-a-vpn/
July 28, 2025 at 7:04 AM
💡 Curious what a virtual private network (VPN) or a mobile VPN is – and how it protects your privacy online?
Find out if these privacy tools are the right choice for you!
👉 Read our new article: murena.com/what-is-a-vpn/
Find out if these privacy tools are the right choice for you!
👉 Read our new article: murena.com/what-is-a-vpn/
Linux has over 6% of the desktop market? Yes, you read that right - here's how www.zdnet.com/article/linu... #Linux
Linux has over 6% of the desktop market? Yes, you read that right - here's how
It's not a typo. Linux's desktop share is growing, according to the US government's records.
www.zdnet.com
July 24, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Linux has over 6% of the desktop market? Yes, you read that right - here's how www.zdnet.com/article/linu... #Linux
This is great stuff from Elementary OS, as Linux in general continues to increase accessibility (and not a moment too soon): blog.elementary.io/updates-for-...
Supporting Disability Is Our Social Responsibility
Updates for OS 8 and Early Access
blog.elementary.io
July 24, 2025 at 11:42 AM
This is great stuff from Elementary OS, as Linux in general continues to increase accessibility (and not a moment too soon): blog.elementary.io/updates-for-...
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"Apple and Google have 'effective duopoly' in UK says regulator". It's obvious, but it's been 4 years of presenting to the regulators, visiting them, and countering the blahblah from shiny-toothed corporate lobbyists to persuade them to decide this. Now we need action. www.gov.uk/government/n...
CMA proposes action to drive more competition on mobile platforms
Measures designed to boost the UK’s app economy, unlocking global success and ensuring UK consumers aren’t left behind.
www.gov.uk
July 23, 2025 at 11:47 AM
"Apple and Google have 'effective duopoly' in UK says regulator". It's obvious, but it's been 4 years of presenting to the regulators, visiting them, and countering the blahblah from shiny-toothed corporate lobbyists to persuade them to decide this. Now we need action. www.gov.uk/government/n...
Hi! We're finally here on Bluesky. We're an initiative of social enterprise Libre Digital and tackle social isolation by connecting people online to collectively learn how to use technology at the intersection of inclusivity, sustainability, security and privacy.
July 16, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Hi! We're finally here on Bluesky. We're an initiative of social enterprise Libre Digital and tackle social isolation by connecting people online to collectively learn how to use technology at the intersection of inclusivity, sustainability, security and privacy.