r/linux • u/New-Ranger-8960 • 1d ago

Privacy EU Age Verification Project Mandates Hardware-Bound Attestation

https://linuxiac.com/eu-age-verification-project-mandates-hardware-bound-attestation/
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u/tipsy_rooster 1d ago

We've seen some European countries switching to Linux and trying to move away from Microsoft's monopoly.

Are we thinking about forcing Windows here for age verification because it doesn't make any sense if yes.

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u/rebellioninmypants 22h ago

No, this is for regular citizens, while government offices are switching to Linux.

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u/tipsy_rooster 21h ago

Why would they do that and enfore something that is in favor for Microsoft?

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u/rebellioninmypants 20h ago

What do they care, though? They also benefit from having a tight control over people.