Future Tools: Qubes OS
The Qubes operating system, while focusing on computer security, also illustrates an aspect of digital we tend to ignore or take for granted: that identity is fluid and flourishing.
Future Fibre: Ultra Broadband?!
One of the most important insights or lessons is the necessity of fibre optic connectivity rather than wireless. While this remains true in any community, it is particularly essential in rural and remote communities that are already suffering from expensive, slow, and unreliable access.
Can automation eliminate the need for pesticides?
Greenfield robotics wants to eliminate the use of pesticides and herbicides entirely, by using robots as a means of controlling and enabling the growth of healthy crops.
Future Tools: Parrot OS
The Parrot Project is a great example of the versatility and security possible when using free and open source software. Today’s issue of Future Tools looks at Parrot OS, a secure operating system with a strong focus on privacy and cybersecurity.
Future Fibre: Althea
Althea combines open source software, accessible hardware, cryptocurrency, and blockchain technology towards achieving a community ISP that can be set up anywhere.