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»Why Shortened URLs Pose a Security Risk«
On Mastodon / Fediverse, shortening the URL is not necessary at all, because they are not marked in their full length. Apart from the shorter tracking, their data collection frenzy as well as their timing is also very inconvenient.
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Why Shortened URLs Pose a Security Risk - Acer Corner
Shortened URLs are widely used in the digital world. They are small, concise links that replace long web addresses, making them easier to share across social media, emails, and text messages. Popular services like Bitly and TinyURL have become household names for this reason. Despite their convenience, shortened URLs also…

„Krone“-Adventkalender - Tür 14: Acer Predator Helios Neo Gaming-Notebook #News #Nachrichten

I upgraded an old Acer laptop to the latest #mxlinux. It didn't take much work and went smoothly. I still have to put a guest user on and then tweak waht runs, but the basics are there.

"While not all consumers may wish to adapt their consumption behaviour, all consumers need to be provided access to the tools to enable their participation. Regulatory frameworks must drive, and not hinder, the delivery of such flexibility resources."
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My usual sentiment for this US holiday: If you're observing it in some way, I hope it's a good day with family, or a friendsgiving if family isn't an option.
If you aren't, have a good Thursday. Ignore the doom for a day. Don't worry, it'll still be there tomorrow.
As for me, I'm going to the parent's where I will be avoiding most of the food (many thyroid surge triggers so I gotta be careful) and upgrading Dad's 8yr old Acer lappy with an SS…

15.6" Acer portable monitor for $90? Run, don't walk, to a Costco warehouse.
#technology #Costco #savings #gadget #monitor