I think people spend way too much time worrying about privacy when they are actually wanting security.
You do realize that privacy and security are connected, and both are things not to be looked down upon ? (
source)
If you want one, there is probably a need for the other one, too.
Quoted from that source:
Privacy, at its core, refers to the right of individuals to control their personal information and decide how it is collected, used, and shared. It encompasses the notion of confidentiality and the expectation that certain personal data will remain secure and only be accessible to authorized parties. In the context of cybersecurity, privacy emphasizes the safeguarding of personal data against unauthorized access, breaches, and misuse.
Security, especially in the field of cybersecurity, refers to the practices, measures, and technologies put in place to protect systems, networks, and data from threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks. Security measures encompass a wide range of controls, including firewalls, encryption, intrusion detection systems, access controls, and more. The primary goal of cybersecurity is to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data, which can be threatened by cybercriminals, hackers, and other entities.
At first glance, privacy and security seem to march hand-in-hand toward a common goal: the protection of sensitive data. Both concepts aim to safeguard information, albeit from slightly different perspectives. Privacy emphasizes an individual’s right to control their personal data, while security focuses on protecting that data from malevolent entities.
One can argue that effective security is a precursor to achieving robust privacy. When systems and networks are secure, personal data is less likely to be compromised, thus preserving the privacy of individuals. Conversely, without privacy mechanisms in place, security protocols can violate personal freedoms and rights, leading to a chilling effect among users who may feel surveilled or exposed.
I've been surfing the web since before Firefox 0.8 using IE4 and the only thing that little man--if there is one--has done to me is targeted ads which has done him little good since I almost never click on them. The cops have never beaten down my door for visiting any web sites--and there have been a couple where I should not have gone even if it was out of curiosity.
Real use case example, not following privacy practices on the internet:
Ryujinx emulator group was wide open privacy wise, but still somehow secure through security services.
The result is lawyers knocking at the door of the lead developer...
I wonder how Edward Snowden would see the privacy fact.
There are also countries where "privacy" is a huge benefit (China,India,Russia) for example.
Privacy in browsers means one doesn't want anything to know what they are looking at. But there is no little man sitting in a back room somewhere watching you're every click so they can report you to...who knows who.
Yes, but privacy also means you do not want to get pinpointed for future harassments, and minimize risks, that is why you usually create a pseudonym.
Privacy is not just about clicks, and visitings.
Big companies, ISPs are a good example for the little man sitting somewhere, which can make your life worse...
And yes, there are enough haters on the internet, which try to knock you down for action X or Y.
With a pseudonym you at least let believe someone that you are that person, leading them on the false track.
Many VPN companies do not see anything wrong with privacy.
The TOR project neither.
For a better explanation of things, I would recommend this
VPN blog.
