The Guide
A step-by-step journey through the digital world — from hardware to software, from privacy to AI. Understand the tools you use every day, and take back control.
Phase 1: The Physical Foundation
Introduction
Why understanding our digital tools matters — and what this guide is about.
Hardware
Computers past and present: from mainframes to Raspberry Pi.
Operating Systems
The distribution worlds: Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Connectivity
Internet, WiFi, 4G/5G, routers — how we stay connected.
Smartphones
The most powerful computer you carry every day.
The Connected World
Smart TVs, tablets, IoT devices — tech in every corner of life.
Sustainable Tech
Avoid overkill, repair, FabLabs, Fairphone — save the planet and your wallet.
Phase 2: The Fight for Digital Control
Privacy: A History
Snowden, data breaches, surveillance — major events that shaped digital rights.
Software & FOSS
Free and open-source software, privacy-respecting apps, Linux.
Networking & Security
VPN, Tailnet, DNS, antivirus, adblockers — protecting your connection.
Self-Hosting
Docker, Raspberry Pi, and taking control of your data.