Category: Blog

  • Staying Connected: Updates from LibertyBytes and Beyond

    Staying Connected: Updates from LibertyBytes and Beyond

    I’m excited to share some updates with you on Liberty Bytes. Old Podcasts Page Available In the menu, you’ll find a new page dedicated to our past podcasts, featuring three playlists from my Cast.Garden channels. These include both seasons of Defluenced Podcast and select recordings from our UB Live shows from the Defluenced Radio days.…

  • Test Post

    Test Post

    This is a test post of the WP Blurt Publisher plugin for WordPress.If you run a WordPress blog and want to publish from it to Blurt you can find this plugin here. If you are reading this on Blurt then it worked. This is the 1.1.18 version. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.…

  • Embracing the Power of a Centralized Writing App: Intial Impressions of novelWriter

    Embracing the Power of a Centralized Writing App: Intial Impressions of novelWriter

    Photo by Suzy Hazelwood As a digital advocate, I’ve always been passionate about empowering individuals to retain their digital rights in a world that often prioritizes centralization. In the realm of writing, I’ve had the pleasure of exploring various tools and apps to help me stay organized and focused. While I’ve dabbled in writing podcast…

  • The first chapter of Echoes of Freedom drops tomorrow!

    The first chapter of Echoes of Freedom drops tomorrow!

    Photo by Suzy Hazelwood So as it turns out writing a fiction book is a royal pain in the ass. But, man is it fun! You think you’ve got it just like you want it but then you lay down and try to go to sleep. Just as you are almost to sleep BOOM a…

  • So, I started writing a fiction book

    So, I started writing a fiction book

    Photo by cottonbro studio I started writing a fiction book. Why? Because it sounded like a fun thing to do and it’s something I can do in my free time as the creative moments hit me. Which isn’t as often as they used to be anymore. I have the story mostly fleshed out and it’s…

  • Embracing Digital Liberty – The Power of Locally Hosted AI

    Embracing Digital Liberty – The Power of Locally Hosted AI

    As we navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, it’s becoming increasingly crucial to prioritize our online freedom and autonomy. In today’s interconnected world, our data and personal information are more vulnerable than ever to external threats and exploitation. That’s why I’d like to propose a game-changing solution: locally hosted AI. What is Locally Hosted AI? Locally…

  • No More Local Accounts?

    No More Local Accounts?

    The latest news from Microsoft has sparked a fire within me, and I’m compelled to share my thoughts with you. Microsoft’s decision to remove documentation on converting local accounts to Microsoft accounts is nothing short of a declaration of war against digital autonomy. In an era where we’re already drowning in a sea of targeted…

  • Digital Liberation – A Call to Arms for Users Rights

    Digital Liberation – A Call to Arms for Users Rights

    As we strive for digital liberation, it’s essential to understand the nuances of the Libre (Free) Software movement and its mission to protect users’ rights. The post that inspired this blog piece highlights the importance of self-hosting, decentralization, and sovereignty in our online experiences.   The Linux User Community: A Misguided Crusade One common misconception…