Educational articles on privacy, security, home technology, AI, and business systems.https://distributedtech.org/en-ushttps://distributedtech.org/articles/privacy-consulting-for-nonprofits-what-it-is-why-it-matters-and-how-to-get-started/https://distributedtech.org/articles/privacy-consulting-for-nonprofits-what-it-is-why-it-matters-and-how-to-get-started/Nonprofits collect sensitive data about the people they serve — and most don't have the resources to manage it safely. Here's what privacy consulting looks like for mission-driven organizations.Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrivacyprivacynonprofitsconsultingdata securityLGBTQtherapycompliancehttps://distributedtech.org/articles/what-to-look-for-in-a-tech-consultant-a-guide-for-organizations-that-serve-vulnerable-populations/https://distributedtech.org/articles/what-to-look-for-in-a-tech-consultant-a-guide-for-organizations-that-serve-vulnerable-populations/Hiring the wrong tech consultant can leave your clients' data exposed. Here's what nonprofits, therapy practices, and LGBTQ+ organizations should ask and expect before signing anything.Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrivacyprivacyconsultingnonprofitstherapyLGBTQdata securityhiringhttps://distributedtech.org/articles/browser-fingerprinting-what-it-is-and-how-to-stop-it/https://distributedtech.org/articles/browser-fingerprinting-what-it-is-and-how-to-stop-it/Your browser leaks a unique signature even in incognito mode. Here's what browser fingerprinting is, why it matters, and what you can do about it.Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrivacyprivacybrowserfingerprintingtrackingincognitohttps://distributedtech.org/articles/complete-home-office-setup/https://distributedtech.org/articles/complete-home-office-setup/Your home office is likely your most vulnerable — and most valuable — network location. Here's how to build a workspace that performs well and protects your work.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTHome Techhome-technetworkinghome-officeprivacysecuritywork-from-homehttps://distributedtech.org/articles/how-to-write-better-ai-prompts/https://distributedtech.org/articles/how-to-write-better-ai-prompts/Most people use AI tools at 20% of their potential. These practical prompting techniques unlock dramatically better results for writing, research, analysis, and more.Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTAIaipromptingchatgptclaudeproductivitytipshttps://distributedtech.org/articles/data-broker-opt-out-guide/https://distributedtech.org/articles/data-broker-opt-out-guide/Data brokers compile and sell detailed profiles on nearly every American adult. Here's how they work, what they have on you, and how to systematically remove yourself.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrivacyprivacydata-brokerspeople-searchopt-outidentityhttps://distributedtech.org/articles/why-your-home-wifi-is-letting-you-down/https://distributedtech.org/articles/why-your-home-wifi-is-letting-you-down/Dead zones, slow speeds, and security gaps are fixable. Here's how to diagnose your home network and build one that actually works — and keeps your data safe.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTHome Technetworkingwifimeshrouterhome-techsecurityhttps://distributedtech.org/articles/privacy-first-smart-home/https://distributedtech.org/articles/privacy-first-smart-home/Most smart home devices send everything to the cloud. Home Assistant and local automations give you all the convenience — with none of the surveillance.Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTHome Techsmart-homehome-assistantprivacyzigbeeautomationlocalhttps://distributedtech.org/articles/ai-tools-for-small-businesses/https://distributedtech.org/articles/ai-tools-for-small-businesses/Cutting through the hype: an honest look at which AI tools genuinely save time and money for small businesses — and which ones aren't ready yet.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTAIaismall-businessproductivitytoolsautomationbusinesshttps://distributedtech.org/articles/running-ai-on-your-own-computer-ollama-guide/https://distributedtech.org/articles/running-ai-on-your-own-computer-ollama-guide/You don't need a subscription or an internet connection to use powerful AI. Here's how to run capable open-source models locally — free, private, and fast.Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTAIaiollamalocal-aiprivacyllmopen-sourcehttps://distributedtech.org/articles/what-your-phone-knows-about-you/https://distributedtech.org/articles/what-your-phone-knows-about-you/Your smartphone is the most intimate surveillance device ever built. Here's what it tracks, who sees that data, and the settings that actually matter.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTPrivacyprivacysmartphonelocationpermissionsandroidioshttps://distributedtech.org/articles/why-every-home-needs-local-server/https://distributedtech.org/articles/why-every-home-needs-local-server/The case for data sovereignty at home — what a NAS can do, how to get started, and why cloud-only storage is a risk.Fri, 26 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTHome Technasserversdata-sovereigntybackupshome-techhttps://distributedtech.org/articles/ai-privacy-what-you-need-to-know/https://distributedtech.org/articles/ai-privacy-what-you-need-to-know/An honest look at what AI tools collect, how they use your data, and how to protect your privacy while using them.Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTAIaiprivacychatgptclaudelocal-aihttps://distributedtech.org/articles/lock-down-digital-privacy/https://distributedtech.org/articles/lock-down-digital-privacy/A practical, prioritized guide to securing your digital life — from password managers to data broker removal.Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTPrivacyprivacysecuritypasswordsvpnbeginner