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[–] zqps@sh.itjust.works 19 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (10 children)

Despite efforts to the contrary, PC is still an inherently far more open platform, with better alternatives available.

[–] TherapyGary@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 1 month ago (9 children)

I'm not sure what you mean? Are you saying Linux is a better alternative to windows than, e.g., LineageOS is to android?

[–] normonator@lemmy.ml 10 points 1 month ago (4 children)

I can fully encrypt my PC/BIOS password/secureboot if I have Linux on it. If I relock my bootloader with Android then I'm completely fucked if anything goes sideways. If I leave it open the phone gives a fucking warning on boot that the phone is unlocked and may be insecure and that warning can't be disabled or locked. (Pixels)

I hope Android gets taken away from Google, 11 was the last somewhat useful upgrade.

[–] desktop_user@lemmy.blahaj.zone 1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

conveniently my phone's last update was 11 (god I wish there were more security updates past 11 2023)

[–] muusemuuse@lemm.ee 1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Why would you admit that where others can potentially use that information to attack your device? Some cards you have to play close to the chest.

[–] desktop_user@lemmy.blahaj.zone 1 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

fair, but I am going to try and get a pinephone soon anyway ¯\(ツ)

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