Notices by Gardiner Bryant (gardiner_bryant@mastodon.online)

No screen is safe

> In a gratuitous display of violation of consent, BMW forced their way into their driver's luxury vehicles to play an ad on their dashboards.

#Enshittification #DigitalAutonomy #BryantReview

https://gardinerbryant.com/no-screen-is-safe/?utm_campaign=widget&utm_source=mastodon

Of Course I've Been Playing Paralives Early Access

> Since this is early access, I'm well-aware and well-informed that this is not going to be the full and polished version of the game. Obviously. I've been taking things with a grain of salt and I've honestly had a really positive experience so far.

#Paralives #Earlyaccess #Videogames #Lifesimulators #BryantReview

https://gardinerbryant.com/of-course-ive-been-playing-paralives-early-access/?utm_campaign=widget&utm_source=mastodon

@killyourfm Jason, I completely understand. If you ever want to talk, I'm always here!

California just put FOSS devs on the financial hook for your kids "safety"

So California finally did it. They passed Assembly Bill 1043. And now your OS is legally required to collect your birthdate and report it to every app developer... so they can verify you're not a baby....

#Enshittification #Linux #AgeVerification #DigitalSovereignty

https://gardinerbryant.com/california-just-put-foss-devs-on-the-financial-hook-for-your-kids-safety/?utm_campaign=brsharewidget&utm_source=mastodon

I'm almost 40 years old. I make a point to remind myself that virtually all that I disdainful about the behavior of everyday people really isn't their fault.

For example:
* TikTok and Instagram addiction
* Online gambling addiction
* Smartphone attention theft
* Car dependence
* Anxiety issues
* Inability to cook

It ain't just kids. We are ALL victims of an agenda carefully crafted to stunt personal growth, foster dependence on oligarchs, rob us of our agency, and manufacture consent.

@killyourfm the negative ROI and the emotional toll the algorithm has been taking on me is just no longer worth it. Plus, "platform" has been getting shittier and shittier.

Conversely, the growth of The Bryant Review has been outstanding and the impact it has had has been deeply rewarding. I'm seeing my articles quoted by users and news sites, linkbacks... plus I get to flex my web design muscle to improve the reader experience. What more could I ask for?

@killyourfm you'll notice I have stopped posting weekly videos. There's a reason for that. 😂

Mastodon friends, I need help! I have been able to migrate my Peertube over to my new hosting but Peertube fails to move files to object storage after uploading them. I've tried everything I can think of. If anyone knows anything about Peertube and wants to help, DM me!

Bazzite announces Open Gaming Collective

#LinuxGaming #Bazzite #RetroGaming #videogames #Linux #FreeSoftware #playtron #nobara #chimeraos

https://gardinerbryant.com/bazzite-announces-open-gaming-collective/?utm_campaign=brsharewidget&utm_source=mastodon

Mirror’s Edge Was Never Meant to Slow Down by @flwwhtrbt

#Retrospectives #electronicarts #mirrorsedge

https://gardinerbryant.com/mirrors-edge-was-never-meant-to-slow-down/?utm_campaign=brsharewidget&utm_source=mastodon

My YouTube algorithm has suddenly become significantly worse.

@sysedit Yes. I'm getting the diseased hooves too. But also Sesame Street, sports, and MAGA trash.

Beelink ME Mini review: Proxmox install & torrent box!

https://gardinerbryant.com/beelink-me-mini-review-proxmox-install-torrent-box/?utm_campaign=brsharewidget&utm_source=mastodon

The Paradox of Steam Sales and The Game Awards - Week in Review

#gamingnews #review #article

https://gardinerbryant.com/the-paradox-of-steam-sales-and-the-game-awards-week-in-review/?utm_campaign=brsharewidget&utm_source=mastodon

@gamingonlinux @omgubuntu you know how the old saying goes "never assume malice when you can't rule out stupidity. Unless they're reddit mods. Then it's *always both*."

Mastodon. I've searched and come up empty. I ran `lspci` and found the ID of a device (c8:00.1). How to I find where it's mounted in `/dev`? I'm trying to pass the device through to an LXC container.

There was a new #HomestarRunner #sbemail today. It inspired a new #retrospective over on The Bryant Review.

https://gardinerbryant.com/homestar-runner-a-history/

@ryanleesipes @killyourfm @gamingonlinux @thelinuxEXP I want to do this!

Dear Mozilla what you're doing is stupid, dangerous, and opposed to your mission. You need to stop. #ai #aibrowser #mozilla #firefox #webbrowser

https://gardinerbryant.com/mozilla-ai-in-the-browser-is-disgusting-please-stop/

I really want yogurt with some raspberries... But it feels like it's too late to eat anything right now.