Honestly, the list looks legit. Computers nowadays are semi-remotely-managed appliances. Internet is presumed, offline is not first, and offline is absolutely n

Honestly, the list looks legit. Computers nowadays are semi-remotely-managed appliances. Internet is presumed, offline is not first, and offline is absolutely not exclusive. >I have been trying to minimize to the extent possible the reach of big tech into my life. I don't think this goal is possible, or worthwhile, on a big tech offering like a Mac + macOS. It can certainly be tried, but the user needs to be prepared for unforeseen consequences, and the override of the settings. It is like plugging in the ears to have a quieter life, in the middle of a metropolis. In the end, the context won't change. The direction of the platforms are clear, and the zeitgeist is bigger than all of us. The first option with a real impact is leaving the ecosystem. Although, blocking some domains could be a good first step towards that. Rome wasn't built in a day.