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You've probably heard of adblockers.
You've probably also heard of tracker/privacy blockers.
Lastly, you've probably wondered if there was a difference between the two.
The short answer is: yes, there is.
Let me explain further...
This is a guide for tweaking the Firefox browser for enhanced online privacy. We explore the "normal" and the "advanced" tweaks here.
This guide is intended for desktop users across all platforms such as Windows, macOS, and Linux.
This guide is based on Firefox Ver 84.0.1.
Google Chrome sucks for privacy.
So, with that said, I'm here to show you how to download, install, and tweak the Ungoogled Chromium browser.
Now, installing and configuring Ungoogled Chromium isn't the most user-friendly experience for your average user, but it isn't too complicated.
Keep i...
Personalization is a dying artform, the marketers say.
With the rapid advanced in deep learning, machine learning, and AI (artificial intelligence) powered technology, businesses should be leveraging every source they have available to drive sales, marketers say.
Enter the new age of hyper perso...
Most browsers have the "Do Not Track" feature in their settings. You might have this setting enabled or you might not.
But what does "Do Not Track" really do? Does it do what the name implies? Does it matter if it is even enabled or not? You might be shocked at the answers...
Have you noticed that you receive different search results based on your search history? Location? Device? And what seems to be a combination of other factors?
Have you recently searched for one thing extensively in a short period of time, and now somehow everything you search is now tied to that...
(Will take you to a random post)