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  1. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #supportlocalbusiness #shopsmallbusiness #familybusiness #smallbusinesssupport #businesstips #businessopportunity
  2. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #shopsmallbusiness #familybusiness #smallbusinesssupport #businesstips #businessopportunity #businessowners
  3. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    This month, I’m helping 3 local businesses in Glen Eira and Port Phillip go "Sovereign." We’ll audit your tech stack, reduce your international data exposure, and move you toward tools you actually own. If you’re ready to go local and go people, DM me "LOCAL" and let’s grab a coffee.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  4. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    There’s a myth that "Big Tech" is more secure because they are big. In reality, their complexity is their weakness. Open-source tools are transparent—thousands of eyes can see the code, meaning vulnerabilities are found and fixed by the community, not hidden by a corporate PR department. Simple, local, and secure.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  5. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #craiglambie42 #craiglambie #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification
  6. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Digital sovereignty isn't just about software; it’s about the physical tools we use. Why buy a "disposable" laptop from a global chain when you can source, repair, and upgrade locally?

    Reducing the "international upgrade cycle" is better for your wallet and the planet. Let’s keep our hardware running longer with local expertise.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  7. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  8. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    People often ask why I’m so vocal about the Fediverse and decentralized social media. It’s simple: I believe the "town square" shouldn't be owned by a single global corporation. In Glen Eira and Port Phillip, we value our local community hubs—our digital hubs should be no different. No algorithms, no tracking, just people.

    #opensourcetechguy #craiglambie42 #craiglambie #opensource #bigtech #subscription
  9. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Saturday morning tech tip: Take 5 minutes to check your "Location History" in your primary mobile account. You’ll likely find a minute-by-minute map of your life stored on a server in another country. Switching to local, privacy-first maps and tools isn't just for "techies"—it’s for anyone who values their digital boundaries.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  10. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Imagine a business where you aren't worried about the next data breach from a global provider or a sudden price hike. That’s the peace of mind that comes with digital sovereignty. It’s not just tech; it’s business insurance for the modern age.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  11. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Every dollar spent on international tech subscriptions is a dollar that leaves our local economy. By choosing local IT experts and open-source tools, we reinvest in Glen Eira and Port Phillip. Let’s keep our community's digital wealth right here.


    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  12. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    As a "vibe coder," I believe tech should feel right. It should align with your business values, not just a corporate bottom line. We’re building a tech ecosystem in Melbourne that prioritises authenticity and local connection over global tracking. Let’s build something real.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  13. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    I’m launching a new movement in Melbourne: Go Local, Go People. Tech shouldn't be a cold, international utility. It should be a local craft supported by people you can actually meet for a coffee. I’m helping businesses in our community reduce their reliance on big tech and move toward sovereign, open-source solutions. Who’s with me?

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  14. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    The biggest search engine provider knows your office location, your commute, and your customer habits better than you do. But "free" tools come at a high price. When you move to local, open-source alternatives, you stop being the product and start being the owner. It’s time to take back control of your digital footprint.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  15. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Digital Sovereignty sounds complex, but it’s simple: It’s the difference between renting your business tools and owning them. When the biggest social media providers change their algorithms or pricing, you shouldn't have to scramble. By using open-source tools, you own the keys to your kingdom.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  16. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Ever tried getting a human on the phone from a Global tech giant when your email goes down?
    Good Luck!
    Local IT means having a partner in your timezone, who knows your neighbourhood. It's about human centric support that values your time over a support ticket number.

    #opensource #bigtech #subscription #enshittification #localit #digitalsovereignty
  17. Craig Lambie @craiglambie42 ·

    Are you paying a hidden "international tech tax"? Most small businesses in Glen Eira and Port Phillip are funnelling thousands of dollars a year to the world's largest software and search providers. It’s not just the subscription cost—it’s the cost of your data and the lack of local accountability.

    There is a better way to run your business that keeps your data (and your dollars) closer to home. Support the local economy.

    #localit #digitalsovereignty #melbournebusiness #localbusiness
  18. Deutsche Schachjugend e. V. @[email protected] ·

    Im sechsten und damit letzten Teil unserer sechsteiligen IT-Forums geht es um die Plattform Lichess und darum, wie ihr sie (noch besser) nutzen könnt. Bei der Digitalisierung hat dein Verein Nachholbedarf? Dann melde dich direkt an!
    ➡️ deutsche-schachjugend.de/termi

    Nicolas Noel & Moritz von Hopffgarten (Lichess): Lichess im Training und weitere Anwendungen

    #itforum #schach #localit

    #itforum #schach #localit
  19. Deutsche Schachjugend e. V. @[email protected] ·

    Im vierten Teil unserer sechsteiligen IT-Forums geht es darum, was man tun kann um sich vor Cyberangriffen zu schützen. Bei der Digitalisierung hat dein Verein Nachholbedarf? Dann melde dich direkt an!
    ➡️ deutsche-schachjugend.de/termi

    Jens Koller (DSJ): Hacking IT: Einblicke in die Methoden von Cyberangreifern – On- und Offline

    #itforum #schach #localit

    #itforum #schach #localit
  20. Deutsche Schachjugend e. V. @[email protected] ·

    Im dritten Teil unserer sechsteiligen IT-Forums geht es um die Erfassung von Partien mit pgn-app.com. Bei der Digitalisierung hat dein Verein Nachholbedarf? Dann melde dich direkt an!
    ➡️ deutsche-schachjugend.de/termi

    Klaus Knopf (pgnApp): Erfassung von Partien leicht gemacht mit pgn-app.com

    Schachbezug: 3 (von 5)
    IT-Kenntnisse: 2 (von 5)

    #itforum #schach #localit

    #itforum #schach #localit
  21. Deutsche Schachjugend e. V. @[email protected] ·

    Im zweiten Teil unserer sechsteiligen IT-Forums geht es um Clouddienste für Schachvereine. Bei der Digitalisierung hat dein Verein Nachholbedarf? Dann melde dich direkt an!
    ➡️ deutsche-schachjugend.de/termi
    Schachbezug: 1 (von 5)
    IT-Kenntnisse: 2 (von 5)

    #itforum #schach #localit

    #itforum #schach #localit