A Commodity Turned Luxury

Submitted by bookmark629675 • November 1, 2020 www.scoopnest.com

We carry phones around with us all day, many oblivious to how much data is extracted from these devices on the daily basis. The very device that holds some of our most private information and moments sell us out, enabling authorities and corporates to track us to an appalling degree.

It isn’t safe at home either. The problem with your phone still exists, but homes have the possibility of having many more privacy vulnerabilities that invite invasion. Smart devices such as Alexa or Google Home are bad news to privacy and security, as security measures across various manufacturing companies aren’t exactly standardized. A Windows computer has the potential for viruses and worms, and Microsoft isn’t exactly subtle about using your data.