The Keys to Freedom map four domains under constant pressure: Mental, Digital, Economic, and Strategic. These Key Reports provide a growing record of news and helpful information.
This archive is the public record of the pressures themselves: platform rules, financial rails, narrative management, and geopolitical shifts that change what a private individual can still think, say, store, move, or keep.
These reports isolate signal from the daily cycle. They are not just another feed.
They are orientation: what is changing, and why it matters. Checklists, setups, and personal threat models are available for members, inside The Arsenal.
Key Reports
Europe’s New Laws Will Silence Our Global Voices: Why You Should Worry
The internet is our open square, a place where anyone - from a blogger in Novosibirsk to a student in Nairobi - can freely speak their mind. But in Europe, new laws and corporate moves
Critical Security Flaws in Lenovo Webcams and Hardware: What You Need to Know
Given my long-term history in digital forensics and cybersecurity, I’m deeply concerned about recent discoveries exposing serious vulnerabilities in Lenovo hardware, particularly in their webcams and other devices commonly used by everyday consumers who rely
Windows 10 Extended Security Updates are Now FREE! At a Price!
The Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program can now help you access free security updates, but that FREE price tag comes with important privacy and security risks. In return for an extra year of
Windows 11 & TPM 2.0 – Is Your Computer Spying On You?
If you’re using a newer Windows PC, it probably has a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chip inside. That's’s a tiny piece of hardware which it supposed to keep your data - like passwords, encryption
Pegasus Spyware: A Digital Dagger Aimed at Dissidents and Truth-Tellers
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,
Why Should You Choose Linux Mint Over Windows 11?
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.
Protecting Your Online Privacy: You Can’t Trust ALL VPNs Equally
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
Understanding VPN Security Weaknesses: A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing a Safe VPN
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
The Sneaky Ways Windows 11 Tracks and 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
Escaping the Clutches of Big Tech – Part 1: Alternative Products & Services
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhjY7ESEjwM 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
