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Zorin OS 17.3 replaced the default Browser from Firefox(Old) to Brave(New). (blog.zorin.com)

submitted 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) by Tea@programming.dev to c/firefox@lemmy.ml

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In light of Mozilla’s recent policy changes, we no longer feel assured that Firefox aligns with our commitment to protect your privacy. This prompted us to revisit the choice of default web browser in Zorin OS 17.3.

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[–] Delzur@vegantheoryclub.org 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I'm confused as to how people can feel safer that their interests are more respected using proprietary software. Did I miss something on why brave would be a good idea?

[–] Matt@lemdro.id 7 points 1 day ago (3 children)

Brave is open source.

[–] Blemgo@lemmy.world 2 points 4 hours ago

While it is correct, it doesn't justify any and all the shady stuff Brave Software Inc. has done.

[–] Delzur@vegantheoryclub.org 3 points 16 hours ago

Crap, you're right! I might have assumed otherwise due to the crypto stuff and other controversies. My bad.