ICE cars are just as reliant on computers. Have you seen the articles on "your car is spying on you" and BMWs heated seat monthly fee?
Plus, when you consider all the emissions controls required by the government versus the car companies trying to make the cars exciting for the consumer, the whole thing ends up one big giant mess of computer and sensors.
A small cheap tool set is going to save you money over a decent multi-tool and be much easier to use. One for the home, one for your transportation, and finally a multi-tool for when you're caught with your pants down. Just make sure you know why you're buying the tools you're buying.
They told the guy they were going to start logging his activities and he kept going anyway. It's not Proton's job to get shut down or fight an endless slew of legal battles.
If a government is coming after you, Proton isn't the solution to your privacy needs. Know your threat model and ignore FUD.
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