Technology.
I have been working with PCs and Laptops since the introduction of Windows 95 and Apple products since the iBook existed. I also enjoy using Linux distributions, which not only maximizes the privacy of each machine and its user, but introduces new and secure ways to renew an older PC or laptop, saving people money and helping to fight tech waste.
I have always enjoyed understanding and tinkering with hardware components to maximize the use of the machine's capabilities. Pairing these physical components with the best software introduces a machine most efficient yet powerful for each user and their individual needs.
You might say that I know my way around a computer, how to give new life to an older machine, and I'm very self sufficient when it comes time to upgrade my technology and keeping my privacy close at hand.
Privacy Focused. Value Over Branding. Intelligent Computing.
Some of us enjoy Windows while others prefer Mac OS. It's a preference. Some enjoy diving head first into ecosystems, while others create their own. It's what works for them.
However, in the world of Tech Giants, making the sale and collecting user data after the fact, matters the most. In our own lives, productivity, capability, value, privacy, & security matters the most.
When we think of a 'Walled Garden' it's not about the ecosystem of a physical line of products, it is a system that Big Tech developed to keep you from choosing your own diverse ecosystem complete with different manufacturers and services that works best for you.
How?
Apple, Microsoft, & Android try to keep you close to their chests through iCloud, Google Drive, & OneDrive. Each cloud service is an 'ecosystem' to become centralized on a Big Tech's data server, allowing seamless integration of specific devices and your data, pictures, email, calendar, etc. to 'talk' to one and other.
The catch here is they hope that you pick just one. Then you start buying branded products that are built around that ecosystem. So, technically it's not a 'Walled Garden', it's a psychological trick so they make more money.
Technology Today
Technology. It's everywhere today. We use it in business, in our personal lives, and even pair it with appliances in our home. Having over 25 years of experience in technology, systems, and hardware, I write my blog posts to help and educate people. I am also working on offering services for those needing advance help with upgrades, suggestions and maybe a little coaching.