Are There any Linux Users on This Site?

I have a dual-boot on my workstation: Win 10 and Centos 8. Since Windows seems to be moving in a direction designed to give MS greater control of our files and work, I have that there as a back-up, but don't (currently) use it regularly.

I also have MacOS on my laptop, which is a Unix-based OS.

If you want to put all of your data in a Microsoft jail - and, have every keystroke and action you take recorded - go with Windows.

If you want to retain control of your own data on your own computer - and, keep your personal business private - go with Linux.

We all have to decide what we would rather do/have - be 'free' or be a 'slave'...

Flat earther has entered the chat.
THE most important earthly matter of all.

THE most important earthly matter of all is a flat earther entering the chat??? Naw - I wouldn't go that far...

Is there anyone here who has de- goobered their android based phone and been able to use it?
I've read that it can be done with various models, but that there's a chance of bricking it. The unlocked, linex/ or whatever new replacement platform ready for purchase are way too much $.

Are you saying that someone is selling [new] android based phones that are already "de-goobered"...? (only, at a high cost)

Yes.
Here's a description @6:40 &39:00

I just recently celebrated my 3 year anniversary of migrating from Windows to Mint Mate once they stopped supporting Win7. Bill Gates won't get any more money from me.

I also have Raspberry OS installed on my Raspberry Pi 4. It's... alright. If that is how Debian is normally, then I'm not too impressed. I used to have Ubuntu Mate on my Pi 3 but it wasn't stable. The new Ubuntu uses the lousy Gnome GUI, which I can't stand. It feels like a cross between a smartphone and a tech demo. No thanks.

When windows forces Windows 11, I might switch to Ubuntu or something. Windows 11 gives me bad vibes. I miss Win 7, and will soon miss Win 10 when it will be discontinued in 2025.