Notices by Jason Self (jxself@mastodon.social), page 3

The freedoms we enjoy in the #FreeSoftware world are thanks to the vision and principles of @rms. Software freedom has grown into a global movement, and that's something worth appreciating. #SoftwareFreedom #FSF #GNU

Oh, the FSF online shop is open again. Want to understand how the battle for software freedom began with @rms? Free as in Freedom 2.0 is a must-read! It's the story of how RMS declared war on the entire concept of software tyranny and launched a movement to reclaim our rights. If you're curious about the origins of free software and why this fight matters for all of us, grab a copy and dive in! https://shop.fsf.org/books/free-freedom-20-richard-stallman #FreeSoftware #SoftwareFreedom #GNU #FSF

Meanwhile, in an alternate reality, the internet thrives as a decentralized utopia. Communities flourish, and privacy is a right, not a luxury. Ad-free spaces where social media respects you, and #FreeSoftware empowers everyone. Imagine a world where software serves us, not the other way around. The fight for this reality is ongoing - join the battle for a better future by becoming a member of the @fsf - https://www.fsf.org/ #FreeSoftware #SoftwareFreedom

Breaking news: Local cat refuses to acknowledge existence of owner's life outside the apartment. Cat demands more treats and naps. #LifeWithCats #CatsOfMastodon

Please keep your hands inside the mouse pad area until the cursor has come to a complete stop. #TechHumor

@rms founded the #GNU Project and with it launched the free software movement, setting the stage for a world where users could be in control of their computing. His commitment is why we continue to have free software today! #FreeSoftware #GNU #RMS #SoftwareFreedom

On this day, we celebrate the birth of Carl Sagan in 1934. Sagan's work in astronomy, astrophysics, and cosmology brought the wonders of the universe closer to everyone. #CarlSagan #Cosmos #Science

On this day, 20 years ago, November 9, 2004, Firefox 1.0 was released. It was supposed to be the champion of a free and open web, a browser with a mission. But somewhere along the way, it lost its way, making compromises that sidelined user freedom and it became "the the little browser that couldn't." https://jxself.org/little-browser.shtml #Firefox #FreeSoftware #SoftwareFreedom

35 years ago today on November 9 1989, East Germany opened checkpoints in the Berlin Wall, marking the beginning of the end for this symbol of division. #BerlinWall #November9 #History #OnThisDay

John Mastodon doesn't use a computer to browse; the internet connects directly to him just to hear his thoughts. When he launched #Mastodon, he didn't break the internet - he taught it how to be free. #Mastodon is #SocialMediaDoneRight

One of the greatest mysteries of our time is how pineapple ended up on pizza. Was it divine intervention or a culinary faux pas? Sure, some say it's sweet and savory nirvana, but others argue it's a sauce-covered existential crisis. Let's settle this once and for all, folks. Are you Team Pineapple or Pineapple Pariah? #PineappleDebate

@rms is a true visionary. He saw the need for software freedom before people even knew it was a question, and we're all better off for it. #FreeSoftware #SoftwareFreedom #FSF #RMS

If social media had theme songs, Mastodon's would be smooth jazz. We're here for the chill vibes and thoughtful conversation. #MastoLife #SocialMediaAnthem #Mastodon

The Seattle Office for Civil Rights (SOCR) is looking for people to join a commission! 🌟 If you live or work in #Seattle and are passionate about disability rights, LGBTQ+ issues, human rights, or women’s rights, consider joining a commission to make a difference. Learn more: https://ocr.seattle.gov/call-for-community-volunteers-join-the-disability-lgbtq-human-rights-and-womens-commissions/ #CivilRights #DisabilityRights #LGBTQ #HumanRights #WomensRights

As we head to the polls, let's remember that Trump is a mean old troll, and we feed him too much. #Vote2024

If data is the new oil, then your browser history is the Exxon Valdez.

Consider this: software is in everything, from our phones to our fridges. It's like a less tasty version of sriracha. Who controls that software? Now there's the rub. It's like asking, who has the remote to my life? The answer is to #ControlYourTech with #FreeSoftware: https://www.fsf.org/about/what-is-free-software #SoftwareFreedom

The Illusion of Choice: https://jxself.org/illusion-of-choice.shtml #FreeSoftware #SoftwareFreedom

I planned to sleep in for a lazy Saturday morning, but my #cat had other ideas. He decided I'd slept quite enough, so he woke me up with a face rub and a chorus of purring! Guess it’s time to start the day, cat-style. #Caturday #CatsOfMastodon

Chapter 3 of "Naleen's Shadow" is now live. Tensions rise as familiar faces and unforeseen forces converge in a galaxy full of secrets, drawing Hinsman further into a tangled web of intrigue. Dive in and prepare for Chapter 4, which is already in the works. Plus, it's a #FreeCulture work, licensed under GPL-3.0-or-later. https://jxself.org/uneasy-alliances.shtml If you don't know the story, start at Chapter 1: https://jxself.org/naleens-bite.shtml #SciFi #NaleensShadow