🎬 When Code Became a Weapon It's easy to take strong encryption for granted, but that hasn't always been the case. This week we're diving into the "Crypto Wars," covering historical attempts by the US government to restrict strong encryption being exported internationally.
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When Code Became a Weapon
During the Cold War, the US government tried to stop the export of strong cryptography.
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Age verification laws and propositions forcing platforms to restrict content accessed by children and teens have been multiplying in recent years. The problem is, implementing such measures necessarily requires identifying each user accessing this content, one way or another. This is bad news for your privacy.
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Age Verification Wants Your Face, and Your Privacy
Age verification laws forcing platforms to restrict access to content online have been multiplying in recent years. The problem is, implementing su...
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PSA: The Tor Browser Security Level slider cannot be relied upon without a full browser restart (per an anonymous community report and confirmed by Privacy Guides staff) - Make sure you are aware of this if you rely on this feature for your safety.
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A Flaw With the Security Level Slider in Tor Browser
PSA: The security level slider in Tor Browser (and Mullvad Browser) does not fully apply until restarting the browser. This presents a high risk to...
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This World Password Day, it's important to remember these best practices for keeping your online accounts safe! 1. Use randomly generated, unique passwords for every website! 2. Use a password manager! Our website has many recommendations to take your pick from. It can seem a little intimidating at first, but trust us, it will make your digital life SO much easier going forward!
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Introduction to Passwords - Privacy Guides
These are some tips and tricks on how to create the strongest passwords and keep your accounts secure.
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Many people have heard of Tor in the media, but despite its long history of protecting the free internet, most consider it a niche tool and have never ventured to try it themselves. In reality, Tor is easy to use for anyone. It helps not only journalists and activists, but anybody who seeks greater privacy online or access to information regardless of location. What is Tor exactly? How can Tor help you? And why is it such an important tool? Staff writer @npub1gmnu...zh7q explains in the latest Privacy Guides article:
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In Praise of Tor: Why You Should Support and Use Tor
You might have heard of Tor already, yet never dared to try it yourself. Despite being around for decades, too few people know about Tor. It isn
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