Commentary: Reality is escaping out the back door

Submitted by Freedomman on Sat, 10/07/2023 - 18:03

by Patrick Wood

September 27, 2023 - There’s a big word that you can add to your vocabulary: Simulacrum. It is a hard word around which to wrap your head, but one you are not too likely to forget. Indeed, you should not forget it!

How to build your own Faraday cage

Submitted by Freedomman on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 09:42

This video shows three ways that you can build cheap but effective Faraday cages. These could help you protect important electronics from an EMP (electromagnetic pulse).

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Growing numbers of parents and high school students are worried about technologies that monitor online activity

Submitted by Freedomman on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 09:27

WASHINGTON (PNN) - September 23, 2023 - How technology is used in Amerikan schools is not the same for all students. For many years already, tech experts have taken drastic measures to limit their own children’s use and exposure to screens. This includes sending their children to low-tech and/or no-tech schools as well as making their nannies sign “no screens” contracts.  In the meantime, many Amerikan public schools continue to use “high-tech” curricula though some have started to ban student use of cell phones.  Of course, “high-tech” curricula allow for online activity monitoring and a growing number of parents and students are becoming more concerned about that.

De-Googled phones need not be inconvenient and impractical

Submitted by Freedomman on Thu, 09/14/2023 - 13:30

Because of perceived inconveniences, many believe that having a de-Googled phone is impractical and will completely shun the idea. Others choose to avoid de-Googled phones because they need a few apps that otherwise will not work. But we will discuss why these kinds of thought processes are not a result of critical thinking. There are other possibilities and other solutions to make sure a De-Googled phone will work for you. Rob Braxman reports.

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You can fly this new helicopter with your driver’s license and just 30 hours of training

Submitted by Freedomman on Thu, 08/31/2023 - 12:51

TORRANCE, Kalifornia (PNN) - August 28, 2023 - It could soon be much easier for the average Joe to fly a helicopter.

Advanced Tactics and Rotor X have teamed up to design a two-seater chopper that caters specifically to rookie aviators. Christened the ATRX-700, the newcomer was inspired by the RotorWay RW7 but has a modern drivetrain and simplified “fly-by-wire” flight controls that make it easier to operate.

What two-way radio is the best for the prepper in an emergency?

Submitted by Freedomman on Thu, 07/06/2023 - 12:11

This video looks at which among various two-way radios are the best to have available for use during an emergency situation. This is important preparation information and everyone should consider purchasing two-way radios for survival and emergency preparedness.

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How to get rid of the Microsoft account in Windows 11

Submitted by Freedomman on Sat, 06/24/2023 - 08:29

Windows 11 Home requires you to use a Microsoft Account to login to your own computer. This sucks and is an invasion of privacy. I will show you what I did to remove all traces of the Microsoft account on my new Windows laptop. Rob Braxman reports.

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Are we seeing the death of 2-factor authentication?

Submitted by Freedomman on Fri, 05/26/2023 - 11:17

I've complained about how 2-factor authentication has been used for cross device tracking. But new changes in passwordless logins mean that I have to rethink this threat and the strategies related to it, such as second phone numbers. Rob Braxman reports.

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The Browser URL is an attack on your privacy - Part 2

Submitted by Freedomman on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 18:19

This is part 2 of the video which started out talking about what happens when you type a URL in the Browser's URL bar. A lot actually happens, as I describe in the part 1 video. In this video, we will talk about doing things that will disrupt what Google attempts to do. As you will see, unless you understand all the events that are occurring in part 1, you may not come up with a correct solution. You need to watch that first. Rob Braxman reports.

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15 EMP-proof items to stock

Submitted by Freedomman on Thu, 05/04/2023 - 15:46

This video provides you with a number of everyday items that you may need if you are hit by an Electromagnetic Pulse. An EMP will wipe out all electronics and electrical instruments. EMP-proof items to stock: 1. Water Filter, Rainwater, Hand Well Pump, Water Bottles, Cash, Precious Metals, Medications/First Aid/Trauma Kits, Library, Ammunition, Batteries, Incandescent Flashlights, Fire Starters, Firewood, Propane, Maps, Fire Extinguishers, Tools, Heavy Mil Contractor Bags.

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