Pegasus Spyware: A Digital Dagger Aimed at Dissidents and Truth-Tellers

The Pegasus Spyware, depicted as a skeletal winged horse, flying high above a modern city

I want to talk about Pegasus, the Israeli-made spyware, because it’s definitely NOTHING LIKE the graceful winged horse from Greek mythology. What it is, is basically a dictator’s wet dream. Cooked up by NSO Group, this thing is a privacy-destroying, life-endangering monster that’s been used to stalk, silence, and even to set up the murder…

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Why Should You Choose Linux Mint Over Windows 11?

Don't let Agent Smith watch your every move

Ask yourself: Do I REALLY want Agent Smith watching my EVERY move? As Windows 10 approaches its end-of-life in October 2025, many users are facing a tough choice: upgrade to Windows 11 or explore alternatives. For privacy-conscious and less technically-savvy users who want a simple, secure, and cost-free operating system, Linux Mint stands out as…

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Protecting Your Online Privacy: You Can’t Trust ALL VPNs Equally

Some VPNs are less secure than others

Many people rely on Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to keep their online activities secure, especially when managing finances, shopping, or staying in touch with loved ones. VPNs are supposed to help protect your personal information by encrypting your internet connection, making it harder for hackers or others to track your activities. However, not all VPN…

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Understanding VPN Security Weaknesses: A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing a Safe VPN

The Top 10 VPN Security Weaknesses

These days, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are widely used to protect online privacy, especially for political dissidents and alternative news outlets who rely on secure communication to share sensitive information. A VPN encrypts your internet connection and hides your IP address, making it harder for third parties to track your online activities. But not all…

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The Sneaky Ways Windows 11 Tracks and Spies on You

Windows 11 spies on You

Although most users don’t realize it, Windows 11 employs several subtle methods to track and monitor user activity, often without clear transparency or easy opt-out options. These practices can feel intrusive, especially for non-technical users who may not know how to disable them. Below are the top five sneaky ways Windows 11 tracks and surveils…

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Escaping the Clutches of Big Tech – Part 1: Alternative Products & Services

Phoenix rising from the fires of a destroyed civilization

Back To Freedom has compiled an initial list and brief descriptions of viable alternatives for popular Big Tech products and services. We’ve written about this subject in the past, but it’s high time we actually made a series of videos about it. With that in mind, here is part 1 of “Escaping the Clutches of…

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