Closed Network Privacy Podcast Episode 47 - I Don’t Need Permission - You Can Just Do Things
Oct 1, 2025
Dive into the discussion on digital sovereignty and the push for freedom from big tech. Discover the appeal of Omarchi as a Linux alternative and why many are moving away from Windows and macOS. Learn about privacy risks from airport facial scans and the normalization of opt-outs. Explore how to effectively use Linux as a non-developer and the importance of self-hosting in avoiding surveillance. Simon shares practical travel privacy tips and warns against AI threats to device safety. Tune in for insights on emerging legislation affecting online privacy.
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Linux As A Path To Digital Sovereignty
- Simon highlights a growing movement toward Linux and digital sovereignty as users reject big-tech control.
- He finds DHH's Omarchi distro a practical path to migrate Mac workflows to Arch-based Linux.
Omarchi Worked On My Old MacBook
- Simon describes installing Omarchi on multiple machines including a 2015 Intel MacBook Pro and ThinkPad without issues.
- He reports consistent hardware compatibility for Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth and audio across devices.
Switch When Vendors Force Upgrades
- Try Linux when Windows 11 or vendor policies make your hardware obsolete or forced into telemetry-heavy upgrades.
- Use distributions like Arch/Omarchi or SteamOS to extend device life and reduce vendor lock‑in.