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Remember, kids: platform-specific AppStores are tools of monopoly which prevent free choice!

· Alecmuffett · June 17, 2026, 5:11 p.m.
uncategorised App Stores apple Google mobile-apps malware app security sideloading
Summary
The blog post discusses the dangers of sideloading apps from unofficial sources instead of using official app stores like Google Play, highlighting how this practice can lead to malware infections that compromise users' devices and personal information.
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