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Stop using the Internet. Seriously.
I already only used open source products for decades now, and the Internet is just a network, you can use different networks, different protocols if you want, even embedded on current Internet protocols, or maybe use even something that completely sidesteps the Internet
Either way, the Internet has mostly been a failure
what different networks or protocols does exist?
All of my services are in a WireGuard VPN. The Internet only transports my VPN traffic. My cloud services run in a locked box, in my house and the only thing coming out of that box is VPN traffic.
To my devices, they just think that they're on a LAN.
I do use this site, but I limit/lie about personal details and use a VPN. I assume I'm identifiable and act accordingly.
The homelab and Linux communities are a good place to start. There's a lot of very well made free and open source software (FOSS) that can, with some effort (mostly learning), replace most of the cloud services you use.
For example: I use Jellyfin (movies, TV Shows) and Audiobookshelf (books/Audiobooks) to replace all of the streaming services. HomeAssistant for home automation, power management, etc. Zoneminder(experimenting with Frigate) for security.
It's all free, for homeassistant and zoneminder you'll have to check for compatible hardware and everything requires you to set up the server/networking side of things. But if you're willing to put in the time to learn, it's a fun hobby that pays for itself (assuming you're paying for streaming, home automation, cloud storage, etc).
https://github.com/redecentralize/alternative-internet
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_IP_protocol_numbers
Thanks!
Tor for one, it rides on top of the internet.
Meshtastic, Briar.