PSA Newsletter 23: Privacy, Security, Automation!
A private browser recommendation, Countering AI with Low-Tech Techniques, and a Home Router PSA...
Privacy
Brave is a great privacy-preserving browser that uses the Blink (same as Chrome) rendering engine. [1]
Security
As strange as it may seem, one way to counteract AI deepfakes pretending to be your relatives asking for money is to establish a safe word and exchange it in person. Yes, this is the year 2025 (Happy New Year!) [2]
Heads Up!
Don't purchase TP-Link routers. If you're looking for a decent mesh system, look into Google, Amazon, or Linksys offerings. If you're a little more privacy-focused, Asus makes meshable routers that don't require an account. [3]
Sources:
I hope it's obvious, but in case it's not, please understand the following:
- All opinions expressed are solely my own and do not reflect the views or opinions of my employer, my dog, or anyone else for that matter.
- If you buy something I suggest and it doesn't work, please reach out to the vendor for supoort first.
