Somewhat. I have accepted that eliminating the threat 100% is not possible, but my perfectionist self still wants to get as close as possible. Maybe I will save up for one of those kick-ass X-ray machines!

Only if it is refurbished. I am trying to cut back on the support for them.

So far Snapdragon is one A LOT of people are recommending. I wanted something highly up-gradable which is why I considered Framework. Since I’ve heard about battery life issues and…questionable associates, I will pass on Framework. The RISC V was at the top of my list for boards but after hearing how much extra work it is going to be, I think I will pass on it too.

Right now my top contenders are:

1. Snapdragon laptop
2. MNT Reform
3. Starlabs

Which ones are the most up-gradable/customizeable? I want something that just might be the last full laptop I will have to buy (best case scenario).

“Protect my privacy” is really my overall philosophy with ANYTHING tech-related. It’s more being extra cautious/paranoid than anything else. The hardware itself supposedly doesn’t track you, but I still don’t 100% trust either side of the duopoly. Better safe than sorry. 😅