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[EU 'age verification'] [Spec]: Proposal to introduce a mandatory alternative that does not require a specific OS. (github.com)
submitted 3 days ago by to c/linux@lemmy.world
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Yes, it is my post, and I am trying to find a reason why it won't work. Sadly, without such a solution, it will be impossible to use many Internet services without having an Android/iOS.

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[–] 4 points 3 days ago* (1 child)

By the way, I'm indeed having trouble using modern, enshittified apps and services. A friend wanted to use their Netflix account and my tablet just shows a black screen, Linux only shows 720p after installing some extras... One of my apps on the phone recently stopped working, because it's not verified by Google... Some never worked... I can't use some services because some shitty company wants my private phone number, and I'm not gonna provide it to them... It's definitely a thing in the modern world.

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  • [–] 0 points 3 days ago (1 child)

    do you think mandatory age verification will prevent/remediate that?

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  • [–] 2 points 3 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

    The thing is, age verification as it comes up in politics on a regular basis isn't about protecting children or anything. It's about control. Locking things down more and more, plus more internet surveillance. Maybe getting a foot in the door, though I'd argue the door is wide open already. It's basically the same thing I already experience every other day with my devices and slightly more privacy oriented lifestyle...

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