Incognito Mode is Fake - WAN Show December 29, 2023

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Topics discussed include Google's settlement over incognito mode, the possibility of switching to Firefox as an alternative browser, China's proposed regulations on video game spending, challenges in the construction industry, frustration with the Canadian government, concerns about data privacy, and the merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global.

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ANECDOTE

Misleading Incognito

Linus assumed Google wouldn't collect his incognito data.
He felt misled by Google's omission of their data collection practices.

ADVICE

Switch to Firefox?

Consider switching to Firefox for better privacy.
Increased Firefox usage will force websites to improve compatibility.

ANECDOTE

Firefox Fail

Luke tried Firefox for scuba diving studies, but the website didn't work.
He suggests more Firefox users would force website compatibility.

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Timestamps (Courtesy of NoKi1119) Note: Timing may be off due to sponsor change:

0:00 Chapters

1:09 Intro

1:33 Topic #1 - Google settles lawsuit for tracking users in incognito

7:58 Is it time to switch to Firefox? FP poll, Luke on FP users not using Firefox

11:24 Luke on using his browser for work, Linus on switching OS, forums, FP poll

19:30 Topic #2 - China's regulatory changes against game monetization & engagement

20:33 Storing data, limiting wallets, Linus calls Yvonne about tax credits

24:55 Tencent, mentioning game company's standpoint ft. Linus's money making game

29:12 Luke on addiction, Linus on not being exposed, mentions Canada's Michaels being spies

39:35 Luke on new housing not matching the numbers, Linus on math not being political

44:18 Buying from LTTStore in China, $40K BiliBili revenue, Taiwan

48:40 $10 GreenManGaming code for LTTStore desk pad purchases

52:30 Merch Messages #1 ft. "PiNG" & Dan's pronunciation callback

53:18 Projects you're looking forward to in 2024? ft. Linus & Luke have a tantrum fight

1:01:07 End of internal audit for LTT Labs

1:09:04 Would you still recommend optical cables for TV, or prefer display cables?

1:11:56 Topic #3 - LAN center tour video & acoustics

1:14:42 Chase's LAN center plan, consoles, chair count, beauty pageant, arcade corner

1:21:52 LAN cameras - ILX XR1 & Lumix BS1H

1:34:49 Topic #4 - GM's Blazer halted due to "software issues" with the infotainment system

1:39:01 Showcasing LTT Labs website

1:45:39 Linus discloses possible future ad spots, Luke mentions methods for revenue

1:48:04 Sponsors

1:55:12 Merch Messages #2

2:00:18 Is anyone in LMG interested in aviation? ft. PlayStation Portal

2:04:12 Is Luke enjoying FFVI? ft. Luke's PC, bugging Dan, the weird shower

2:14:03 Topic #5 - Indian government investigates Apple due to threat alert

2:17:17 Floatplane's "How well do you know your boss?" exclusive video

2:26:30 LTT's new year's resolutions that were done, Luke's backpack idea, Linus's list

2:32:12 Topic #6 - Warner Bros & Paramount might merge together, despite the huge debt

2:39:45 Topic #7 - Twitter thread on LTT Screwdriver being in a game

2:42:51 Topic #8 - Semiconductor companies form Quintauris, dedicated towards RISC-V

2:51:46 Merch Messages #3 ft. WAN Show After Dark, WAN views, alternate podcast idea

2:53:05 How do you deal with failure?

2:54:59 Luke's experience with the Pixel & Pixel tips ft. Linus's Fairphone

3:00:00 If you didn't use your LTT home server setup, would you have used it for LAN PCs?

3:05:11 Does Luke listen to content while walking?

3:08:14 Does the LTTStore team settle on specific areas or test more? ft. "PM" & "DM"

3:10:53 LTT's release schedule ft. Luke's throwing story, Dan the troll, files directory

3:29:45 Tech or products you regret not covering?

3:34:58 Advanced skills to learn for an e-commerce career? Total screwdrivers sold

3:37:35 Verified creators to upload reviews on the LTT Labs site?

3:39:52 When building servers why do you use Seagate IronWolf & not Western Digital?

3:41:58 What can I do about customers mistaking AI images for real LEGO products?

3:46:12 How do you feel about content on your sites being used for AI?

3:47:57 Would Linus reward his kids if they bypass the parental controls & showed him?

3:48:50 More collaborations in mind for the future? ft. ElectroBOOM video

3:50:41 Steps to help my parents be more computer literate? Most expensive LTT projects

3:53:53 How was Christmas? ft. Linus's aunt's gift, croquet, UK V.S. British flag

4:02:57 CES booths you're looking for this year? ft. Linus on the US States

4:07:02 Most expensive video LTT or sponsor paid for? ft. Best Christmas Gifts

4:12:53 Outro

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