digital privacy
Coverage of digital privacy in the Nexus archive.
- 5 ON YOUR SIDE: How to protect your digital privacy with a simple tool
The article explains how setting up a guest Wi-Fi network can enhance digital privacy and security by isolating visitors' devices from the primary home network. Consumer Reports recommends this method to prevent malware spread, improve network performance, and simplify password sharing. A guest network can be configured through a router's settings with a separate password and optional bandwidth/time limits.
- We found a lifetime VPN deal that’s less than $2 per device — but you only have two more days to save big
A lifetime VPN deal offering less than $2 per device is available for two more days, emphasizing digital privacy as a fundamental right rather than a recurring expense.
- A Norwegian student spent $26 on Bitcoin in 2009 and forgot the password. He "cracked" it 4 years later. His $26 was worth $886,000.
In 2009, Norwegian student Kristoffer Koch bought 5,000 Bitcoin for $26.60 but forgot the password. Four years later, he cracked it as Bitcoin's price surged, selling a portion to buy an apartment in Oslo. His remaining Bitcoin is now worth over $450 million.
- Want to get into crypto [Privacy & Advice Flair I guess)
A Reddit user is exploring cryptocurrency, specifically Monero (XMR) and Cake Wallet, to enhance digital privacy. They seek guidance on setting up a secure crypto system, avoiding common mistakes, and acquiring crypto without linking to a bank account or credit card.
- The Supreme Court case that could redefine your digital privacy
Police in Virginia used geofencing to access Google's databases to identify individuals near a bank robbery scene. The Supreme Court will decide if this method is constitutional.
- The 'affair mode' phone settings that all cheaters use: I knew my partner was up to something... here's how I cracked his secret code and uncovered all his dirty antics
The article discusses 'affair mode' phone settings used by cheaters to hide infidelity, detailing how one individual uncovered their partner's secrets through digital surveillance and behavioral analysis.
- The EFF is quitting X
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is leaving X due to a significant decline in platform engagement. The non-profit reports a drastic drop in impressions, with current posts receiving less than 3% of the traffic from seven years ago.