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The comment thread discusses various topics including government spending, security procedures, and domain names. Opinions vary on whether certain actions were wasteful or appropriate, with a focus on historical events like Japanese American internment and the investigation of a cryptographic key during war time. The community shows moderate agreement and debate intensity while discussing these controversial issues.

• Investigating a cryptographic key was not wasteful
• Government spending on dead-end investigations is wasteful

• Hindsight is always 20/20, and the outcome of the investigation was absurd
• Investigating a cryptographic key was an appropriate response during wartime

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The comment thread discusses privacy concerns and ethical issues surrounding LinkedIn's verification process, data collection practices, and business model. Users express frustration with the lack of transparency in how their personal information is used and shared, particularly regarding biometric data. There is a consensus that there should be more regulation to protect user privacy and ensure accountability for data handling. The thread also touches on the absence of viable alternatives within Europe and the potential impact of AI ethics in data processing.

• LinkedIn's verification process is invasive and lacks transparency.
• Privacy concerns with data collection by LinkedIn and its partners are significant.
• LinkedIn's business model relies on selling user data to third parties, which is unethical.

• LinkedIn is a necessary tool for job seekers and recruiters.
• Users have the option to not use LinkedIn if they are concerned about privacy.
• Regulation could improve transparency and accountability in how user data is handled.

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The comment thread discusses the evolution of the English language over time, focusing on understanding older texts and their challenges. Participants share personal experiences with comprehending different periods of English, including Middle English, Old English, and the impact of historical context and changes in pronunciation, spelling, and vocabulary. The discussion also touches on resources for learning Old English and the role of technology in aiding comprehension.

• The language has evolved significantly over time

• The evolution of language has led to changes in pronunciation and orthography that can make older texts difficult to understand.

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The comment thread discusses concerns over Google's restrictions on sideloading and the potential impact on independent Android distributions. Users express frustration with a lack of competition in the tech industry, particularly regarding antitrust enforcement in the US. There is also a desire for open-source alternatives to proprietary ecosystems like iOS and Android, with some speculating about potential forks from China as an alternative.

• Google's actions are seen as a threat to independent AOSP distributions and open-source ecosystems.
• Lack of antitrust enforcement in the US allows for monopolistic practices by tech giants like Google.

• Some argue that the Chinese market might offer an alternative with open-source software, but this is seen as unlikely given China's control over hardware and software.

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The comment thread is a nostalgic discussion about the internet's past, specifically focusing on dial-up days and personal web design projects from the early 2000s. Participants share memories, reminisce about the creativity of old websites, and compare it to modern platforms.

• nostalgia for the past

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The comment thread discusses the progress of a Rust project aiming to recreate Wolfenstein 3D, with feedback on web version issues and comparisons to other coding tasks. It also touches upon the game's historical context and political sensitivity.

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The discussion revolves around Claws, an AI agent platform that integrates Large Language Models into personal workflows, offering features like orchestration and automation. While users appreciate its innovative potential, concerns about security risks due to access to personal data are prevalent. The utility of Claws is subjective, with some finding it useful for specific tasks while others see it as a novelty without clear business value. Technical aspects include the use of Mac Minis for better integration with Apple services and comparisons with other AI tools like Claude Code.

• Claws offer new capabilities and integration options for LLMs
• Security concerns are valid but can be mitigated with proper implementation
• Utility of Claws is subjective, depending on use case

• Security risks are significant and not easily mitigated
• Costs associated with running Claws can be high
• Lack of clear use cases or business value beyond novelty

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The comment thread discusses a concern about the usage of an un-referenced type Shape in pattern matching, and also explores thoughts on moving towards language extensions for protobuf/grpc instead of tools. The user is leaning towards changes in structure due to notation preferences.

• The type Shape is never referenced and this seems to conflict with the idea that you never write a type.