As I continue to see official Linux releases of AI companies’ desktop apps, remember: Installing something from a .deb file gives the creator of the app ROOT ACCESS TO YOUR ENTIRE… (mastodon.blaede.family)mastodon
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As I continue to see official Linux releases of AI companies’ desktop apps, remember: Installing something from a .deb file gives the creator of the app ROOT ACCESS TO YOUR ENTIRE COMPUTER. These .debs also add a persistent repo to your computer, meaning they have PERSISTENT roo…