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The Fall of Online Privacy

In an era where personal information is constantly collected and shared, online privacy has become a distant memory. From targeted ads to data breaches, our digital lives are exposed to the highest bidder. As technology advances, the fall of online privacy seems inevitable, leaving us vulnerable and questioning the true cost of our interconnected world.

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Scripting Tech

Bash Script: System Menus

We love bash scripts here at Societal Glitch. From simple shell script files to aliases, it’s all great. However, there are times when a menu system could be helpful even in the terminal. So that’s what we’ve done. This is our template for building a terminal-based menu system. The menu is based on bash functions, […]

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Scripting Tech

Bash Script: Automating yt-dlp

yt-dlp is a powerful tool for downloading videos and audio from various websites. While the name implies YouTube, the tool can download videos from many more sites. When scripted in bash, yt-dlp can supplement streaming service content. However, it is important to note that yt-dlp should not be used to download illegal or pirated content. Downloading […]

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Lifestyle Tech Wellness

Philosophy on Digital Minimalism

In computer science, the principle of least privilege states a process, user, or program must be able to access only what is necessary for a legitimate purpose. Therefore the least amount of resources are put into use. This principle is similar to the Unix philosophy of doing one thing and doing it well. In our […]

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Tech

Learning Linux

First and foremost, Linux offers unparalleled flexibility. With a wide range of customizable distributions, you can tailor your desktop environment to suit your preferences perfectly. Want a sleek and minimalist look? Go for a lightweight window manager. Prefer a more feature-packed experience? Opt for a full-fledged desktop environment like GNOME or KDE. The choice is […]