Originally borne out of a desire to use only FOSS, my refusal to carry a smartphone, or a cell phone of any kind in most situations, is perplexing to many. While this decision provides many benefits, including increased ability to focus, quality time with friends and family, and an effective opt-out from real-time location tracking, it is not widely accepted by society. This talk will explore some of the ways that society has evolved over the past two decades that make it much more difficult for people who make certain technology-related choices, and how we can be more accepting of people who make different choices than us, not just with phone usage, but in other FOSS-related areas and beyond.
Speakers: Denver Gingerich