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"Did Signal Messages Leak? | DATE, 2026 Quicklines | Weekly News Roundup"

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“A report shows signal messages were leaked from the iOS notification cache. Where is the bug? We look at this and other news related to technology, security, and privacy.”

"Linux Mint 23 Alfa Update Announcements"

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we review the announcement notes for the next release of Linux Mint 23 codenamed Alfa (at least for now).”

"Preparing Our Children's Digital Future | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Should we setup our kids digital lives or let them do it at the right time?”

"Microsoft Tighten's Cloud Storage Push"

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Microsoft just made another change to OneDrive further embedding default cloud storage onto your local machine. We will look at what’s going on.”

"Tips for Digital Sovereignty"

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we will talk about some tips and reasons to have digital sovereignty in our lives. We have tips about computers and phone use.”

"SPECIAL! SillyVille from the Weekly News Roundup for March 26, 2026!"

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Care for a giggle? Maybe, even a laugh? Here are the SillyVille articles from the recent edition of the Weekly News Roundup!“

"Microsoft LOCKS Wireguard, Veracrypt Dev Accounts | Apr 9th, 2026 Quicklines | Weekly News Roundup"

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Microsoft started locking accounts for popular security companies because they never send their government ID to Microsoft. We look at these and other news stories.”

"RCS For All | Weekly News Roundup"

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Apple and Samsung are now implementing RCS, meaning effectively all text messages now pass through Google servers. Is this a good thing for our world or not?”

"The Danger is In the House | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“The FBI warns us about using foreign apps, including those in China citing data security concerns…but those exact concerns are already concerns we have for American made apps. maybe we should just stop using apps all together!”

"Copilot is Forced Entertainment | Copilot ToS Analysis"

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Microslop has forced copilot on everyone while the ToS of the AI system says it is for entertainment purposes only. What’s going on?”

"Linux Kernel Devs Discuss Malicious USB Drives"

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we look at the discussion around hid-usb-detect in the Linux Kernel.”

"What's Up with Ubuntu?"

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we talk about the steady decline of Ubuntu and question how did this happen.”

"Permission to Pee | Apr 2nd, 2026 Quicklines | Weekly News Roundup"

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“New York City schools are installing an app to log students times in the bathroom. Is this really information big tech should log? We look at these and other articles related to privacy and security.”

"What's the Beef between ONLYOFFICE and Nextcloud?"

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“We look at the current drama between ONLYOFFICE and Nextcloud to see if the current drama is justified.”

"Your Boss is an AI Chatbot | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we look at the overuse of AI and ask if a chatbot would be make a better boss than a human, but the therapists asked that about an AI girlfriend. We look at these and the news related to privacy and security.”

"Windows Breaks Microsoft Accounts!"

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we look at the results of a poll asking if people would prefer local Windows accounts and look at a recent bug breaking the forced online accounts.”

"Is Ubuntu Ending Encryption (along with ZFS, Btrfs and More?)"

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“News broke out over the weekend that Ubuntu was planning to end several file system supports in GRUB along with encryption. Is this true? Today I talk about this situation.”

"Walmart Accounts for a Television? | Mar 26th, 2026 Quicklines | Weekly News Roundup"

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Less than two years after Walmart buys Vizio, now they require an account to access the features on the television so they can collect more data for ad sales.”

Title Article - "Government Data Buys | Weekly News Roundup"

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“The government is still buying location and other advertising data from big tech companies mostly populated by the apps we use. We also look at Walmart’s new patent for digital price changes.”

"Government Data Buys | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“The government is still buying location and other advertising data from big tech companies mostly populated by the apps we use. Some officials are attempting to ban this attempt, but the government still buys the data.”

"Can Microslop Fix Windows After Several User Complaints?"

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Windows has become hated even by people who choose to use it or are forced to use it. Microsoft is looking to fix several issues users have been complaining about…but is it enough?”

"Installing Apps on Android After Google Walls the Garden"

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Google released more details on the Android Advanced Flow to allow installing unverified apps to your device. We will talk about what is good and what is not about their plan.”

"Did SystemD Just Fold to Age Verification?"

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we look at SystemD adding age to the userDB. Is to folding to government pressure or being responsible with their services.”

SPECIAL! SillyVille from the Weekly News Roundup for March 19, 2026!

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Care for a giggle? Maybe, even a laugh? Here are the SillyVille articles from the recent edition of the Weekly News Roundup!“

"SPECIAL! SillyVille from the Weekly News Roundup for March 12, 2026!"

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Care for a giggle? Maybe, even a laugh? Here are the SillyVille articles from the recent edition of the Weekly News Roundup!“

"Arrival of the Droid Army | Weekly News Roundup"

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000

“A robot was detained for assault while an American company has been deploying AI powered robots on battle fields for recon. Are we ready for the robot wars?”

"The Techno-Medical Complex | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“More wearable tech is being researched and released while the health secretary calls for everyone to wear these devices within four years.”

"The Linux Age Rebellion Has Begun"

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we look at the various rebellions which have arisen in response to the age verification laws around the world. We see that compliance is not always the best option, and what can we do wherever we stand.”

"Do You Trust MICROSLOP With Your HEALTH DATA?"

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Copilot health is rolling out and we are wondering if people will willingly trust Microsoft with their health data…or will they just take it as they have pushed copilot into every other part of their OS.”

"Keep Android Open and Free"

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“The clock is ticking on when Android will be locked down by Warden Google. Today we talk about the issue and what you can do about it.”

"Linux Distro Responses to Age Verification Laws"

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we look at how various distros are responding to the many age verification laws appearing around the world.”

"Breaching the Constitutional Geofence | Mar 12th, 2026 Quicklines | Weekly News Roundup"

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“The supreme court takes up the case to determine the constitutionality of geofence warrants. We look at other news in security, privacy, and business.”

"Plasma 6.6 | Amazing Once New Features Worked..."

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

NOTE: Content such as this is, typically, unKASTable. However, after review, was determined to be KASTable. Enjoy!

“Today we look at Plasma 6.6 on Neon and see the new features they advertised. After much manual intervention I was able to get many of them working. The system worked, but why does it need so much intervention to enable advertised features?”

"Your Future AI Friends | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Meta bought the platform that allowed AI bots to talk among themselves…are these the robot friends Mark Zuckerburg was talking about last year?”

"Windows Forces Updates...Linux Does Not"

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Today we talk about several cases of Windows updating computers without consent. We talk about why this is a problem and how Linux gives us freedom.”

SPECIAL! SillyVille from the Weekly News Roundup for March 5, 2026!

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Care for a giggle? Maybe, even a laugh? Here are the SillyVille articles from the recent edition of the Weekly News Roundup!

"Linux Mint Updates | Screensaver, Senors"

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Linux Mint is working on a new screensaver that will work with Wayland and fix the lid closing restore bug.”

"New Graphene Hardware Deal | Mar 5, 2026 Quicklines | Weekly News Roundup"

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

“Graphene has announced a partnership with Motorola to support new phones in the coming year. We look at this and other news related to privacy, security, and business tech news.”

"Let's Introduce Digital Parental Neglect Laws!"

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000

“Rather than unmanageable and untenable age attestation laws that violate the basic principles of computer science to “protect the kids”, let’s instead pass laws holding parents responsible when their kids are hurt online.”

"You Can't Hide from AI Surveillance | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000

“Anthropic and and OpenAI are sparing over military contracts surrounding surveillance while new research can deanonymize people online. We look at this and discuss what could be going on here.”

"Microslop Learns About the Streisand Effect"

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000

“Microsoft is trying to stop people from saying Microslop…and it is making more people say it! When has that happened before?”

"Is Age Attestation Coming to a Linux Distro Near You?"

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000

“As age verification rolls out to several states and countries, will Linux need to follow this trend? Different distros have different ideas.”

"Claim Your Digital Independence"

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000

“A group in Germany is promoting a monthly day of digital independence with some tips for people wanting to reclaim their data from big tech.”

"Deflocking America | Feb 26, 2026 Quicklines | Weekly News Roundup"

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000

“Americans are getting sick of flock cameras and some are taking to criminal means while others are fighting with the legal system. We look at this and several other stories relating to tech news.”

"You Age-verified The Criminals | Weekly News Roundup"

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 22:00:00 +0000

“Data is leaking everywhere as nearly every application wants to verify your ID. Are weak security protocols and KYC laws empowering criminals to use your ID to evade identity.”

"Global Age Attestation Deployment | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:00:00 +0000

“As states and countries roll out age verification laws, applications and operating systems are rolling out age checks.”

"Another Cautionary Apple Warning | Stop Relying on Big Tech"

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:10:43 +0000

“Apple locked an OLD account of mine. It has not been used for over a decade, but I keep receiving emails about it with no apparent way to stop it…”

"Why Don't We Have a Master Toggle Switch? | Who Cares...I use Linux!"

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:03:40 +0000

“Today we look at people calling for a master toggle switch for Windows 11, but we end on why Linux does not need one.

"Colorado Wants to Age-verify Your Operating System"

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:27:01 +0000

“Today we look at Colorado senate bill 26-051 on Age Attestation on Computing Devices.”

"KaOS - A look at the new DE"

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:34:54 +0000

“We look at the new desktop, Noctalia, on KaOS as they are planning to move away from KDE Plasma.”

"A Bad OMEN Subscription｜Quicklines Feb 19 2026｜Weekly News Roundup"

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 14:47:54 +0000

“Today we look at several articles related to new security threats with tips to spot the scams as well as a review of the Meta jury trials. We conclude with a discussion of HPs new hardware subscription model.”

"Linux Distros Migrating from GitHub? | Copilot going too far"

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 15:01:49 +0000

“Today we look at the frustrations with copilot being forced into GitHub and how Linux distros are starting to migrate because it it.”

"Digital Necromancy | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:03:26 +0000

“Tech companies are trying to keep engagement going. Just like the movie industry keeps remaking successful franchises, tech companies are eyeing ways to keep engaging profiles active, but will they actually do it?”

"The AI Tax | Weekly News Roundup"

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:23:55 +0000

“AI increasingly needs data centers which in turn need many community resources. As a result, costs of power, water, and everything related computers is vastly increasing in costs. Are you happy to pay the AI tax?”

"2030 is Close...Do You Own Anything Anymore? | LIVE Supporter Hangout"

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:05:24 +0000

“Today we talk about how the elites are achieving their goal of stripping our ownership by our own quest for convenience.”

"Microsoft's Trust Crisis and Why Their Pullback Misses the Mark"

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:25:10 +0000

“For decades, Microsoft was synonymous with reliability and stability, a cornerstone of the computing world. But in recent years, a growing chorus of frustration and disappointment has emerged from Microsoft users – from issues with Windows updates, changes to core services, and the total cramming of AI everywhere. This video delves into why Microsoft has lost a significant amount of customer trust and explores the reasons why Linux is increasingly seen as a viable and, in many ways, more trustworthy alternative.”

"You Need Digital Sovereignty"

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:50:40 +0000

“Today we look at France and Germany taking steps for digital sovereignty and why you need it as well. We mention a few ways to get started.”

"cURL's Fight against AI Bug Bounties"

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:59:05 +0000

“cURL has dealt with a pile of ai generated bugs in the bug bounty program and they are going to draconian measures to stop it.”

"Why is Gnome Not Shipping This????"

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:33:46 +0000

“Gnome requires extensions to make it usable for many people, but we are still living in a world that requires a web browser extension to manage them. There is a better way…why is it not included?”

"Our Cloud-based Email Serves Their Purpose"

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:47:38 +0000

“Email has changed over the years, but is it for us or for them at our means of checking email change. We will talk about this as Google ends support for the older, more private way of doing email.”

"January 8th, 2026 Quick Lines | Weekly News Roundup"

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:27:35 +0000

“We see latest news in software, security, and privacy for this week. Catch the full stream in the link below.”

Debusine PPA-Like Repos For Debian

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:14:39 +0000

“Today we look at Debusine, a new packaging method for testing Debian repos allowing a feature for Debian similar to that of Ubuntu PPAs.”

"Windows Now Blocking Rufus Downloads To Prevent Local Accounts?"

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:38:22 +0000

“Windows may be blocking downloads of the installation files outside their official tools. Is this another means of preventing the setup of Windows 11 without a Microsoft account?”

"Plasma and SystemD Misunderstanding"

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:12 +0000

Some reports suggest that KDE Plasma will soon require SystemD, but that is not correct. Here we talk about where this idea came from and why it is incorrect.

“CA City Deflocks itself | February 12th Quicklines | Weekly News Roundup”

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:36:01 +0000

“The tables are turning on Flock and AI is mainstreaming into many popular services. We will look at these and several other stories related to privacy, technology, and security.”

"Linux Mint Updates ｜ User Administration, Wayland Updates, Release Strategies"

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:40:31 +0000

“We look at the January 2026 updates to Linux Mint including what is in the works for the next release.”

"ID and Data Surveillance Network | Weekly News Roundup"

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:05:48 +0000

“Discord will limit all accounts until they are confident of your age, while the rest of the world is trying it’s hardest to collect every bit of information about you as it can. Will you keep using these services or can you take a stand?”

"Do You Trust Your Software? | 7Zip Failure, Linux Repos"

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 16:05:22 +0000

“Today we look at the breach in 7Zip and how that could be avoided. Linux provides often better means of installing software, but with some warnings.”

"Is Switching to Linux a Mistake?"

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:14:20 +0000

“One journalist says it was a mistake to switch to Linux. Is this because he is stuck on an old philosophy and distro? We will talk about this.”