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I just watched a video that explained how Google, the CIA and the NSA work together to get all of our online data. What are ways to minimize that besides not using Google? (lemmygrad.ml)
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[–] infuziSporg@hexbear.net 4 points 1 week ago

Because they are already dealing with so much data that it doesn't make sense to parse it. For instance, generating random search queries in the background will dilute the company's ability to profile you by your search history.