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      11 months ago

      Can you elaborate? I was looking for an actual debate, but okay, if you just wanna call me stupid, go ahead I guess.

      Edit: He isn’t even against vaccines, so what are you on about? He advocates for more safety and regulation when it comes to vaccines, that doesn’t mean he’s against it.

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        11 months ago

        well, stupid is thinking that the source code of an app means anything when all the data goes to their servers and they can and will do whatever they want with it there.

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          Seriously, does nobody know how to debate here? Source code is crucial because it allows us to audit the app to ensure it’s safe for app stores. If it’s only communicating with a server and not spying on users, then all it really has is account data. It’s about making sure the app doesn’t have any malicious features. It’s crazy how quickly everyone jumps to calling each other stupid.

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            Pretty much any social media app has enough data to spy on users. The issue is what the company does with the data that it can and does gather. Foreign companies have no obligations to American laws. Looking at the source code of an app doesn’t change anything since they all gather data and they all send that data to their servers.

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              Agreed, users do sign off on some data collection. However, this consent doesn’t extend to all the app’s actions, especially the undisclosed ones. That’s precisely where access to source code becomes critical. It allows us to identify any hidden, potentially harmful features that could breach privacy or security—issues that go beyond what users have signed up for. Full transparency in source code is vital to ensure that an app fully respects user agreements and trust.

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                11 months ago

                apps can’t use hardware features without requesting permissions. it’s a security measure that both iOS and Android enforce. I know this because I develop apps. you don’t have to look at the source code for this.

                time to stop arguing with an expert on the matter. you really just don’t know what you’re talking about.

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                  11 months ago

                  Expertise is one thing, but assuming permissions make source code access irrelevant? That’s a stretch. Real tech pros know layers of security are what keep us safe, not just gatekeeping features. If that’s your expert take, I’m skeptical.

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                    11 months ago

                    ok buddy. you’re basically just spouting tech terms like you have any clue. the evidence that you have absolutely none is your insistence in arguing with an expert in their field. you can’t get any more dunning Kruger than this.

                    good job being a textbook example of one of the world’s biggest problems: dummies thinking they know better than actual experts.