#Cache or data on Android

[mokubetech]

Learn how to clear WhatsApp cache on iPhone with this full guide. Free up space and improve performance on your device with just a few simple steps!

[jiminsass-istant]

How to SHAZAM-->

Shazam counts for Digital artist rank and billboard, you can Shazam as many times as you want by following the below easy instructions -

1. Go to shazam app. Tap on shazam button while your song plays on device (for android, shazam can pick up song playing on same device).

2. Go to app settings, delete ALL APP DATA (cache, history, saves etc)

3. Now your app is fresh again. Go shazam again. You can do this as many times as you want!!

See...shazam counts on digital artist ranking--->see the red circle..we are very low.

[thegreenleavesofspring]

PSA to Samsung Android users: I just went to my Apps to clear some caches and found that either Samsung or Android had recently installed a whole bunch of new apps I didn't want and reset all the (data gathering) permissions that I'd turned off ages ago. Which also explains why my battery life has tanked over the past couple of weeks.

[octocon]

v1.2 "Nautilus" is live!

This release further polishes the Octocon app's user experience and adds a bunch of new features, including polls, end-to-end encryption for journal entries, and locks for custom fields and journal entries!

Keep reading to see a quick highlight of this version's changes!

Features

🗳️ Polls

Polls are a new feature that allows your alters to vote on important decisions!

Two poll types are currently available: "vote" and "choice." Vote polls let alters vote between "Yes," "No", "Abstain," and (optionally) "Veto," while choice polls let you make your own choices!

Access polls by opening the navigation drawer with the button in the top-left or by swiping right anywhere in the app.

🔐 End-to-end encryption

We take the security of your data extremely seriously, which is why we're proud to announce that Octocon now uses end-to-end encryption to lock down your journal entries!

Next time you attempt to journal, you'll be prompted to set up encryption, and will be given a recovery code.

Write this code down somewhere safe, like a physical piece of paper! You'll need it to if you uninstall the app or log in on another device.

Once set up, all journal entries you write will be encrypted on your device before being sent to our servers. This makes it literally impossible for both the Octocon team (and hackers, in the case of a data breach) to look at your data.

All previously written journal entries will not be encrypted, but you can encrypt them by simply making a small change and saving them again.

This doesn't necessarily mean that your journal entries were unsafe before! We make every effort to keep our servers secure and our team never looks at user data; this is just a safeguard to make your sensitive data essentially bulletproof.

Please note that - by design - if you lose your recovery code after setting up encryption, it is impossible for us to recover your data! You'll have to start all over again.

🔒 Journal entry & custom field locks

Journal entries and custom fields can now be "locked," ensuring that you can't view them accidentally if you're not in the right headspace!

Upon being locked, journal entries will force you to tap a button three times to confirm that you'd like to open it.

Similarly, locked custom fields will be blurred until tapping them three times.

Other

A new onboarding screen has been added to help new users understand the app's functionality and point them towards our community.

All links in the app are now opened using Android's "custom tabs" API. No more jank caused by opening links in a separate browser!

Journal entries can now be "pinned" to keep them at the top of the list.

A new mode to change front (swiping further left on an alter to set as main front instead of swiping right).

You can keep the old functionality by using the "Swipe (Bidirectional)" change front mode instead!

Changes

Alters and tags now have their UI split into tabs to more easily sift through information.

Complex alter data (like descriptions and custom fields) is now loaded lazily to reduce the app's initial loading time and bandwidth usage, especially for larger systems.

Various elements of the UI have been reworked, especially regarding effective use of color.

The settings screen has been organized into multiple separate screens.

The bottom navigation bar now collapses when scrolling down (this can be disabled in the settings).

Fixes

The app should no longer crash in the case of a temporary network outage, or upon startup if you have no connection at all.

Friend data is now kept in a cache while navigating through their profile, which greatly reduces the amount of loading screens.

This is just a highlight of the many changes this update brings! You can view a full changelog in our official Discord server.

[dravidious]

Related: Android Studio, the program I have to use for the class, fucking DEVOURS my computer's ram, so much so that it finally pushed me to upgrade my ram. Turns out an 8GB ram stick is only $20, and I just so happened to have a pair of $10 amazon gift cards from my birthday, so looking forward to that arriving.

I just spent the past 2 days struggling with a mobile development project. It's one of the only times in my college career that I've gone over a deadline. And as I open up the class webpage to check the late work policy, I'm greeted with an announcement saying that a lot of people have been struggling with this project and so the deadline has been extended by 4 days. Fucking RELIEF

[cheritzteam]

[The Ssum] <The Ssum: Love from Today> Update (31/10 KST, v2.0.2)

Hello, dear lab participant.

You can now download the new version of <The Ssum: Love From Today>.

Google Play Store (Android) - link Apple App Store (iOS) - link

This update includes bug fixes, so you will receive 10 Aurora Batteries as Study Support upon accessing the game.

Make sure you access the Lab by the 1st of November, 2023 (KST) to get your compensation! *You must collect your reward within 3 days.

The following are the details of the update we have received from the Lab.

-

[Bug Fixes]

> (Teo, Harry) I can’t connect to my Ssumone on a special day…

The error that caused seasonal phone calls to show a bugged UI and no text has been fixed, and you can now enjoy the phone calls normally.

For lab participants who have experienced the error, please refer to the below to proceed with your seasonal call(s).

***

1) Delete <The Ssum>’s app cache or simply re-login after logout 

2-1) (Halloween Commemorative Call) Tap the Halloween button on the main screen, or tap the star under the date you made the call in your Milky Way Calendar

2-2) (Your Birthday Commemorative Call) Tap the star under the date you made the call in your Milky Way Calendar *Your birthday Photo Memento(s) will automatically be added to your gallery on access. *This patch is for lab participants with relevant phone call log data after the v2.0.1 update on October 25, 2023(KST).

***

[Others]

Minor bugs were fixed.

-

We appreciate your reports and your activities as a part of the Lab.

Thank you.

-Cheritz-

[wip]

I'm finding lots of inconveniences with the Neue post format and on mobile compared to the old system. Primarily in how tags work. I have several long tags that I use semi frequently (once every week or two), but not daily, and I have to manually type them out almost every time (ex: +#I am crossover loving trash #my precious gem child [and show titles, ect]). Why aren't constantly repeated tags showing up in suggestions as I type? And do they have to make everything lowercase? it's quite clunky.

Answer: Hey, @lightanddarklove!!

So, first things first. The post format has nothing to do with tags. Instead, this seems like an issue with how tags are being suggested, which we already have folk behind the scenes looking into. We agree that this is not optimal—and hope to have this resolved sooner rather than later.

If you���re having trouble with Tumblr for Android, try the following:

Log out and then log back in.

Visit the Applications area of your device settings. Select the Tumblr app and clear the cache and data.

Reinstall the app, making sure you’re using Android OS 7.0 or higher. You can get the newest version at https://market.android.com/details?id=com.tumblr, but the Google Play store will offer you the latest version that can run on your phone’s particular OS.

Try both a cellular data connection and a Wi-Fi network to see if there’s any difference between the two.

If you’re having trouble with Tumblr for iOS, try the following:

Restart the app. Slowly slide the screen up about 10% until all open apps appear, then slide the Tumblr application upwards until it clears from the screen.

Log out of your Tumblr account and then log back in. You can log out by tapping the account tab (the little human), then the gear icon, then “General settings,” and then “Log out.”

Reinstall the app, making sure your device is running iOS 15 or later. Please note that iOS 15 or newer is required to receive the most recent updates. Find the latest version here.

If you’re still having trouble with the suggested tags, on either platform, then please send us a screen recording of the issue so we can check in more detail.

Thanks for your question!

[sparkylurkdragon]

So today Spotify mobile (Android) was being An Butt and loading at a tranquilized snail's pace. I thought, "ehhhn, maybe it's that I'm out of high-speed data, Firefox mobile is being a bit slow too." Nonethless I cleared cache and uninstalled/reinstalled a couple of times, because not having music while I'm at the job where I'm in a van with a bunch of dudes with no volume control is agony. (While Spotify was doing this I pulled up YouTube on Firefox. Which kept glitching out too, but this is to be expected.)

But then I got back to Wi-Fi and it was still. So slow.

Anyway here's how to fix it, as of November 21st 2024:

Tap your avatar (In my case it's an S for Sparky since I never uploaded one, in the top left corner of the app)

Settings and Privacy

Data-Saving and Offline

Scroll all the way down to the bottom

Change Storage Location from SD Card to Device Storage

Rejoice! Music streaming service with shitty owners will work again

[zpl1nt3r3d-b0n3-zhardz]

I haven't used Tumblr in forever but, can you do themed names and pronouns based on computers and/or retro/early technology?

of course! I'm sorry they arent the best!!

tech/techs/techself

te/tech/techself

techie/techies/techieself

comp/comps/compself

comp/computer/computerself

computer/computers/computerself

screen/screens/screenself

light/lights/lightself

type/types/typeself

text/texts/textself

key/keys/keyself

keyboard/keyboards/keyboardself

clack/clacks/clackself

elect/elects/electself

elect/electrics/electricself

electric/electrics/electricself

cyber/cybers/cyberself

cyb/cyber/cyberself

cyb/cybs/cybself

andriod/androids/andriodself

exe/exes/exeself

.exe/.exes/.exeself

png/pngs/pngself

.png/.pngs/.pngself

jpeg/jpegs/jpegself

.jpeg/.jpegs/.jpegself

file/files/fileself

txt/txts/txtself

zero/zeros/zeroself

one/ones/oneself

virus/viruses/viruself

hack/hacks/hackself

laptop/laptops/laptopself

desktop/desktops/desktopself

monitor/monitors/monitorself

mouse/mouses/mouseslf

click/clicks/clickself

click/clack/clickclackself

internet/internets/internetself

www/wwws/wwwself

www./www.s/www.self

http/https/httpsself

https:/https:s/https:self

web/webs/webself

wifi/wifis/wifiself

network/networks/networkself

net/networks/networkself

site/sites/siteself

web/site/websiteself

web/websites/websiteself

website/websites/websiteself

web/websites/websiteself

net/nets/netself

.com/.coms/.comself

.net/.nets/.netself

.org/.orgs/.orgself

digital/digitals/digitalself

technology/technologys/technologyself

ram/rams/ramself

software/softwares/softwareself

hardware/hardwares/hardwareself

email/emails/emailself

disk/disks/diskself

wire/wires/wireself

cable/cables/cableself

plug/plugs/plugself

code/codes/codeself

PC/PCs/PCself

URL/URLs/URLself

system/systems/systemself

USB/USBs/USBself

fullbattery/fullbatterys/fullbatteryself

lowbattery/lowbatterys/lowbatteryself

SIM/SIMs/SIMself

program/programs/programself

firewall/firewalls/firewallself

dial/dials/dialself

cord/cords/cordself

page/pages/pageself

pager/pagers/pagerself

glitch/glitches/glitchself

AI/AIs/AIself

byte/bytes/byteself

bot/bots/botself

browz/browzs/browzself

browse/browses/browseself

browser/browsers/browserself

cursor/cursors/cursorself

load/loads/loadself

loading/loadings/loadingself

online/onlines/onlineself

offline/offlines/offlineself

tab/tabs/tabself

upload/uploads/uploadself

404/404s/404self

junk/junks/junkself

control/controls/controlself

controller/controllers/controllerself

mute/mutes/muteself

sound/sounds/soundself

mic/mics/micself

phone/phones/phoneself

bat/batterys/batteryself

battery/batterys/batteryself

prong/prongs/prongself

mouse/mice/mouself

cam/cams/camself

TV/TVs/TVself

tape/tapes/tapeself

gear/gears/gearself

CPU/CPUs/CPUself

harddrive/harddrives/harddriveself

cache/caches/cacheself

analog/analogs/analogself

data/datas/dataself

database/databases/databaseself

desktop/desktops/desktopself

doc/docs/docself

gigabyte/gigabytes/gigabyteself

icon/icons/iconself

java/javas/javaself

link/links/linkself

media/medias/mediaself

memory/memorys/memoryself

qwerty/qwertys/qwertyself

router/routers/routerself

rom/roms/romself

storage/storages/storageself

terabyte/terabytes/terabyteself

URL/URLs/URLself

virtual/virtuals/virtualself

megabyte/megabytes/begabyteself

kilobyte/kilobytes/kilobyteself

01/01s/01self

00/00s/00self

retro/retros/retroself

hologram/holograms/hologramself

mal/mals/malself

malware/malwares/malwareself

au/aut/auto/autself

bo/bots/botself

compute/computes/computeself

dro/droids/droidself

droid/droids/droidself

gear/gears/gearself

giga/gigas/gigaself

gli/glits/glitself

inter/inters/interself

mechie/mechien/mechs/mechself

pix/pixel/pixelself

pixel/pixels/pixelself

robo/robos/roboself

tech/techne/techself

ty/type/types/types/typeself

vir/virtu/virtuself

ware/wares/wareself

whomp/whizz/whirr/whizself

wir/wire/wirself

ht/html/hts/hts/htmlself

jav/javs/javaself

java/scripts/javascriptself

bu/buz/buzzself

ech/echo/echo(e)s/echocho/echoself

game/games/gameself

���/🎶self

beep/boop/beepboopself

buzz/buzzes/buzzself

Stat/Static/staticself

tet/tetris/tetriself

gameboy/gameboys/gameboyself

👾/👾s/👾self

🤖/🤖s/🤖self

🎧/🎧s/🎧self

🎤/🎤s/🎤self

🎮/🎮s/🎮self

📱/📱s/📱self

📲/📲s/📲self

💻/💻s/💻self

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🖥️/🖥️s/🖥️self

🖨️/🖨️s/🖨️self

🖱️/🖱️s/🖱️self

🖲️/🖲️s/🖲️self

🕹️/🕹️s/🕹️self

💽/💽s/💽self

💾/💾s/💾self

💿/💿s/💿self

📀/📀s/📀self

📼/📼s/📼self

📷/📷s/📷self

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🎥/🎥s/🎥self

📽️/📽️s/📽️self

🎞️/🎞️s/🎞️self

📞/📞s/📞self

☎️/☎️s/☎️self

🎙️/🎙️s/🎙️self

📺/📺s/📺self

🔌/🔌s/🔌self

💡/💡s/💡self

🪫/🪫s/🪫self

🔋/🔋s/🔋self

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📁/📁s/📁self

📂/📂s/📂self

🗂️/🗂️s/🗂️self

🔈/🔈s/🔈self

🔇/🔇s/🔇self

🔉/🔉s/🔉self

🔊/🔊s/🔊self

🔔/🔔s/🔔self

🔕/🔕s/🔕self

🗨️/🗨️s/🗨️self

💬/💬s/💬self

📳/📳s/📳self

📴/📴s/📴self

⚡/⚡s/⚡self

👨‍💻/👨‍💻s/👨‍💻self

👩‍💻/👩‍💻s/👩‍💻self

names

AI

01

tech

techie

techno

electro

elect

cy

cyb

cyber

android

droid

hack

digi

virus

wyre

disk

dial

glitch

byte

404

mic

cam

gear

cache

java

link

qwerty

rom

virtu

auto

bot

malware

glit

blitz

pixel

techne

echo

static

tetrix

mac

apple

siri

chip

digit

coda

arcade

data

bit

giz

gizmo

gizzy

sim

beta

steel

bio

chrome

click

lead

nett

robic

bug

neo

neon

nero

lazar

ret

retro

stero

synth

zip

zipper

script

comp

ram

rammie

rommie

rust

volt

volter

zap

shock

error

crash

jax

button

buzz

blue

bluen

filez

filex

bulb

phon

tapx

alchi

pute

andros

I hope you like it! <3

[cash-app-account-is-closed]

Why Does My Cash App Keep Closing Out?

If you’ve been using Cash App and suddenly find it closing or freezing frequently, it can be both frustrating and inconvenient. There are several possible reasons why your Cash App keeps closing, ranging from software issues to account-related problems. This article will dive deep into why your Cash App keeps closing and how to resolve it. Additionally, we will explore scenarios where your Cash App account has been closed and how to address these challenges.

Common Reasons Why Your Cash App Keeps Closing Out

1. Software Bugs or Glitches

One of the most common reasons behind an app continuously crashing or closing is due to software bugs or glitches. Cash App might close unexpectedly due to temporary issues within the app itself, outdated versions, or a problem with your device’s operating system.

2. Cache and App Data Overload

Over time, the Cash App stores temporary data, known as cache, to improve performance. However, if too much data accumulates, it can slow down the app or cause it to malfunction, leading to Cash App closing out suddenly. Clearing the app’s cache and stored data can often resolve this issue.

3. Internet Connectivity Issues

Poor or unstable internet connections are another frequent culprit. If your network fluctuates while you’re using Cash App, the app might crash or fail to load. Why does my Cash App keep closing? It could simply be that your connection to the internet is weak or intermittent, causing the app to fail.

4. Operating System Incompatibility

If you’re using an older version of Android or iOS, the Cash App may not function as smoothly. In some cases, outdated operating systems can cause apps like Cash App to shut down unexpectedly. Keeping both your device’s OS and apps up to date is crucial for maintaining proper functionality.

5. Account-Related Issues

If your Cash App account has been closed, the app might shut down or stop functioning properly. Cash App can shut down accounts if there are violations of its Terms of Service, suspicious activities, or verification failures. If you’ve sent Cash App to a closed account, this may also cause temporary disruptions in the app’s performance while the issue is being processed.

Steps to Fix Cash App Closing Out

1. Update Your Cash App

If your Cash App keeps closing, the first step is to check whether you’re using the latest version of the app. Outdated versions can have bugs or compatibility issues with new OS versions. Go to your device’s app store, search for Cash App, and ensure you have the most up-to-date version installed.

2. Clear Cache and App Data

If you suspect a cache or data overload is the issue, clearing the cache may resolve the problem. Follow these steps to clear the app’s cache on Android or iOS:

Go to your device’s Settings.

Navigate to Apps and find Cash App.

Select Clear Cache and Clear Data.

After this, reopen the app and see if the issue persists.

3. Check Your Internet Connection

Ensure you have a stable and strong internet connection when using Cash App. Try switching from Wi-Fi to mobile data or vice versa to see if the connection is the issue. A reliable connection will help the app run smoothly without unexpected crashes.

4. Update Your Operating System

If your Cash App keeps closing due to OS incompatibility, it’s essential to update your device’s operating system. Go to your phone’s settings and check for software updates. Installing the latest update may help resolve compatibility issues.

5. Contact Cash App Support for Account-Related Issues

If your Cash App account has been closed or flagged, the app may crash due to limitations placed on the account. In such cases, contact Cash App support to inquire about the status of your account. They will help you determine if your account has been closed and assist in resolving any issues that led to the closure.

Why Does My Cash App Account Shut Down?

If you’ve received a notification that your Cash App account has been shut down, it’s likely due to a violation of Cash App’s Terms of Service. Common reasons for shut down Cash App accounts include suspicious transactions, multiple accounts, or failure to verify your identity.

Sometimes, users mistakenly send Cash App to a closed account, which can result in transaction issues and delays. In such cases, you may need to contact the recipient or Cash App support to recover the funds or ensure proper resolution.

FAQs

1. Why does my Cash App keep closing?

This can happen due to software glitches, excessive cache and app data, internet connectivity issues, or operating system incompatibility.

2. How do I fix Cash App closing out?

Try updating the app, clearing cache and app data, checking your internet connection, and ensuring your device’s operating system is up to date.

3. What should I do if my Cash App account has been closed?

If your Cash App account has been closed, contact Cash App support to understand the reason behind the closure and how to resolve the issue.

4. Why did Cash App shut down my account?

Cash App may shut down accounts due to suspicious activities, violations of its Terms of Service, or failure to complete identity verification.

5. Can I recover money sent to a closed Cash App account?

Yes, if you’ve sent Cash App to a closed account, you should contact Cash App support for assistance in recovering the funds.

Conclusion

Why does my Cash App keep closing is a common question that many users face due to various reasons such as software bugs, poor internet connectivity, or account-related issues. While these problems can be frustrating, most of them can be easily resolved by updating the app, clearing cache, ensuring a stable internet connection, or addressing account closures with Cash App support. Whether the app is crashing or your Cash App account has been closed, staying proactive and following the right steps can help restore smooth functionality and regain access to your funds.

[imlivinginyourtrashcan]

Hey guys does anyone know how to fix this? Ive tried;

1. Installing and uninstalling the app

2. Clearing more storage

3. Clearing app cache

4. Clearing app data

5. Restarting my phone

6. Turning my phone off and on

7. Force starting the app

I've searched everywhere for answers and found nothing, I'm on an Android

[ladyfogg]

May I? - 43/52

May I? - 43/52

Fic Summary: Ensign Faith Diaz struggles to hide her mental illness from her fellow shipmates aboard the Enterprise until an intrigued Data goes out of his way to try to understand her behavior. At his insistence, Faith tries to figure out what she’s truly passionate about and eventually seeks the professional help she needs. Fic Masterpost.

Fic Rating: NC-17

Pairing: Data/Female OC

Warnings: tw: depression, tw: anxiety, fluff, friends to lovers, eventual smut

Data came back to himself slowly and with disorientation. As one by one his systems came online, he became aware of the sounds around him: two voices having a conversation, though he was unable to distinguish exact words at first. There was pain throughout his body and occasionally his limbs twitched involuntarily, the aftershocks of some kind of electrical weapon, powerful enough to render him unconscious for a time.

“When…back…?” 

“…hours.”

“…what of the others?”

“They were…not the delegates. No telling where they were... We have to keep moving if we want to stay ahead of the Federation.”

His processes started to catch up and bit by bit he caught more of the conversations and put the pieces together. 

“Only sentient android in existence in our hands. Didn’t think he could pull it off.”

“Yeah, me neither. I know we’re supposed to wait but I want to get in there and see how this thing is constructed.”

“What about—”

“Nothing he can do about it once it happens. Hand me that toolkit.”

 Data heard all he needed to hear. The moment he felt someone move in close, he reacted. Eyes flying open, he had enough time to take in two Cardassians leaning over him before he lashed out. One man went flying into the wall as Data punched him as hard as possible which, even without his usual strength, was enough to do significant damage. Certainly enough to knock him out.

The other proved more of a struggle. He seized Data from behind, locking his arms around his chest. Data threw his head back, satisfied with the sickening crack of the man’s nose breaking. He released his hold in an attempt to reach for a com panel but Data seized the back of his head and smashed it into his knee until the man lay limp on the ground.

While still somewhat disoriented, Data had processed enough to know that he was on his own. The room they had him in was small, meant for nothing other than storage and it was not until he stood still that he could feel the subtle sway of a ship, a small transport one if he had to guess. His uniform was gone, leaving him nude which only served to increase the vulnerability he felt. A quick look around produced a spare jumpsuit from a cache of emergency supplies.

Once dressed, he turned to the door, which unfortunately would not open when he tried the panel. It seemed to require a handprint so Data grabbed the arm of the nearest unconscious Cardassian and lifted it high enough to press his hand to the pad. There was a click and then the door slid open.

He found himself at the end of a short hallway, which made him pause, ears straining to hear something, anything that could give him more information. 

With nowhere to go but forward, Data pressed on. Through another door lay a semi-open area that narrowed again several feet ahead. To the right, a table and chairs beside a replicator and, to the left, one more door. Hesitation tossed aside, Data went through it and came face to face with one more Cardassian.

The room, if it could be called such, held a desk with a terminal and chair, and nothing else. Data’s abductor jumped to his feet. 

“What are you doing loose? And what have you done with my men?” he demanded.

“It is I who will be asking the questions.” Data reached across the terminal and yanked the man over it even as he struggled to get away. “Where are you taking me?”  

“It’s no use fighting,” the man told him with a wild grin. “Whoever delivered you is long gone and they have no idea where you are. The Cardassian empire will be most pleased to have such an exquisite piece of technology in their possession.”

Data understood him to be correct. He did not have his communicator and if they were no longer on the same planet, as was clear by the ship, it would be difficult for the Enterprise to find him without assistance. However, he also knew they would not stop until they did. 

“I will not cooperate,” he said. “And when the Federation learns what you have done, they will react accordingly.”

The man yanked himself out of Data’s grasp, straightening his clothes as he did. “If they learn,” he said. “Obara is far from Federation space. By the time they figure it out, it will be too late.”

“Who are you?” 

“Konro. Vorbos Konro.”

Data could not imagine the person in front of him was the imposing figurehead they had thought him to be. Though his words were strong, his posture was anything but and his eyes kept darting to the door behind Data, as if waiting for someone or attempting to find a means of escape. 

He would imagine someone with such extensive reach as Konro would not be flying in a small transport vessel with only, as far as Data could tell, two crewmen. Nor would he have been caught unaware.

On a hunch, he asked, “Are you the only Vorbos Konro?”

The man tilted his chin up as if attempting to make himself seem bigger than he was. “I am the current one,” he said.

“What happened to the last?”

“Vorbos Konro is a moniker, not a single person. When one leaves, someone else comes in to take their place, to use the name for whatever they need. It helps maintain the reputation and connections.”

That was what Data was afraid of. Another seemingly dead end. Another path in the wrong direction.

“I see,” he said, slowly moving around the desk. The man tried to back up but the wall was already behind him. “I have another question and I want you to think hard before you speak because my reaction will depend on your answer. Why were you highly focused on Faith? What did you want with her?”

His abductor blinked, looking confused. “Who?”

Data had a sinking sensation he associated with dread. “Faith. The young woman whose picture was in your files thousands of times, the one who was photographed with me and then alone.”

“I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

Data concluded there was no reason for him to lie. “I believe you,” he said, then he lunged.

It was not much of a struggle. Konro was clearly not used to physical combat and Data overpowered him quickly, knocking him out as he had done the other two. Once the man was in a heal on the floor, Data sat at the terminal, however, it quickly became apparent he would need to find the main computer to have full access to the ship’s systems. 

After storing all three Cardassians in the room he had woken in, and breaking the panel to prevent them from leaving, he went in search of the cockpit. The ship was indeed small and he found what he was looking for just beyond the small sitting area.

It was on autopilot, which suited him fine for the moment, but provided an additional dilemma. The main console was locked and Data was unfamiliar with Cardassian ships. If he had his processing power and full android technical skills he could infiltrate learn in a matter of seconds. 

But he did not.

Frustration welled within and Data felt tears streaming down his cheeks. A moment later, his breathing became erratic and when it dawned on him that he was experiencing an oncoming anxiety attack, he forced himself to remember the breathing techniques he had instructed Faith in numerous times. It was infinitely harder than he imagined it to be and took several long moments to help. 

You can do this, he told himself. You have to do this. There is no other option. Breathe and then think.

Data made several attempts to gain access, though they were unsuccessful. He was moments away from using some particularly colorful language he had learned from Faith when one of the buttons in front of him started to flash and beep. Not knowing what else to do, he pressed it.

The view screen lit up as Data opened the message, he found himself looking at, well, himself. Almost himself. The visage had several deep scratches across his face which showed the barest hint of flashing lights.

“Hello, brother,” Lore said with a smile. “I thought you’d be waking soon.”

Hands clenched into fists, Data’s body tightened with tension as he gazed at the image of his nefarious brother. “Lore, what have you done?” he demanded. 

Lore chuckled, his grin widening. “Me? What makes you say that?”

It all made sense. Data was finally starting to see the full picture. “You were behind everything,” he accused. “Fajo’s escape and our kidnapping, the information and photos taken from the Enterprise, Konro…”

“How quickly you catch on.”

“Why?”

“Many reasons. Care to guess a few? You’re gonna be there a while, might as well get comfortable.” 

His lack of a proper answer got under Data’s skin and he felt his anger grow. “Whatever your plan is, I have stopped you before and I will stop you again. The Enterprise—”

“The Enterprise isn’t even looking for you,” Lore cut him off. “Well, that’s not true. They are but in the wrong direction and for the wrong reasons.”

“You took my place.”

“Now you’re getting it. You disappoint me, brother. I thought you were smarter than this. I thought you would have already figured everything out by now. Perhaps screwing around with that human has been a distraction.”

Hearing his brother so easily diminish Data’s relationship with Faith only added fuel to the raging fire.

“Lore, whatever you are planning will not work.”

“You don’t even know what my plan is so how do you know it won’t work?”

“Faith. She will know you are not me.”

Lore’s face changed and his arrogant smirk melted into a look of annoyance. “Yes, your little girlfriend. She did put up quite the fight. She’s a lot smarter than I thought she would be. And she’s scrappy. I’ll admit, I underestimated her.”

“Unsurprising and an incredibly stupid thing for you to do.”

“Listen to you. You’re all snippy now.”

“I have learned a lot since we last saw each other. And, you should know, there is not anything I would not do for Faith. Brother or not, I will disassemble you and send the pieces into the nearest sun.”

“Wow, this relationship has changed you, brother,” Lore said, impressed. “You know, even though humans are so beneath us, I can see why you are drawn to this one. She does have a certain irresistible charm.”

Data slowly stood, leaning on the console to bring himself closer to the view screen and, by default, Lore. He caught Lore’s use of “this”. He understood what that meant.

“Where is Faith? What have you done to her?” he demanded.

Lore grinned. “Oh, don’t worry about Ms. Diaz. I am taking very good care of her. We’re going to get to know each other.”

Vision tinted red, it took every ounce of Data’s willpower to refrain from punching the view screen. “Lore, if you hurt her—”

Lore rolled his eyes and lifted his hand. “I won’t harm a curly hair on her pretty head. Scout’s honor.”

“I do not believe you.”

“Good because I’m lying.” Lore glanced off to the side for a second before looking back at Data. “Oh, it seems our sleeping beauty is waking up. I’ll tell her you said, ‘hi’. Goodbye, brother. As always, I enjoyed our little reunion.”

“Lore! LORE!” Data yelled but it did not change anything. The message ended and he was left alone in the cockpit of a ship he could not fly in a section of space he did not know.

Data was unfamiliar with the sensation of hopelessness until that moment. With all his training and knowledge, the overwhelming combination of emotions he could not control, in a situation he could not get out of, nearly sent him into another spiral. The only thing holding him together was the fact that he needed to get to Faith. 

But he knew that would not be enough.

It was in that desperation that he realized what he must do.

Looking up at the ceiling, or rather towards what some would call the heavens, Data took a deep breath and said, “Q? Q, I know you are watching. You have proved your point. Please respond.”

There was a moment of silence before a voice sounded behind him, “Now, who could have predicted this would happen?”

Data turned to find Q leaning against the wall behind him, his arms crossed the typical smug expression on his ageless face.

“You knew from the beginning that it was Lore who was after us,” Data said.

“Not from the very beginning. I do have a life outside of you humans, you know. But yes, eventually I became aware.”

“Then it is your fault Lore has kidnapped Faith.”

Q looked bemused. “Come now, Data, I thought you had evolved passed the blame game. I didn’t help him. He did it all on his own.”

“But you did not stop him either. You could have told us so we would have been prepared. Instead, you decided to test me. If anything happens to Faith, it is on your conscience.”

“How dare you accuse me of having such a human thing as a conscience? You take that back!”

“I will not.”

“Really, Data, I did you a favor. I let you experience what it would be like to be mortal and how things would change if you didn’t have those android capabilities you rely so heavily on.”

“I am under no illusions that this was for my benefit.”

“Alright fine, a little bit was for my amusement but I was honestly trying to help.”

Data supposed in Q’s twisted mind, it made sense. Of course, he would think he was helping. Never mind that Data has staunchly refused, to Q, he was all-knowing and therefore was always right. 

“I believe you think that you were,” he said. 

“See? I knew you’d see it my way. I’ll take that apology whenever you’re ready.”

“Not until you reverse what you have done to me.”

Q raised his eyebrow and stood up straight at that. “Finally come to the realization you are better off as you are?”

“I would not say I am better or worse,” Data clarified. “Both have their advantages and disadvantages. While I will cherish the time I had with Faith living as a human, it is my android capabilities that will require me to save her. And her safety is worth more than any emotion. I will also remind you of what I said to you before: she fell in love with me as I was, therefore there is no reason to change.”

“Yes, yes, that’s all well and good and noble. But, until I hear you say that I was right—”

Data bit back a heavy sigh. “You were right.”

Q’s face lit up and he snapped his fingers. “Done.”

Everything around Data brightened and the noise of the ship increased to such a degree that he would have become overwhelmed if he had not anticipated the change. That storm of emotion diminished significantly though did not fade away. It lingered just on the precipice without overtaking him. His mind was brought back into focus and before he could lament any loss, he turned his attention back to the console.

“Thank you, Q.” 

His hands and mind went to work, resulting in gaining access to the main computer within seconds. 

Q patted Data on the shoulder and leaned in. “Good luck. Let’s hope your realization of your talents doesn’t come too late.”

Data paused for a fraction of a second to contemplate what he meant, however, when he turned his head to ask, Q was gone. He could not bring himself to care about the being. There were other more pressing matters to attend to.

Once in the system, Data was able to find out what sector he was in. He quickly engaged warp drive and headed back in the direction they came. Unaware of what the Enterprise’s heading was, he could only hope that they would be within range to receive subspace communication quickly. 

“Enterprise, this is a message from Lieutenant Commander Data,” he recorded in a message. “I was taken from the planet by Konro and his men, while Lore was sent in my place. I have commandeered a Cardassian transport vessel and am on my way back to Obara. Please respond.”

The message was sent, and all Data could do was wait for a response. 

Meanwhile, he downloaded the ship’s logs and monitored sensors to ensure he was not being tracked or followed. It was nearly two hours later when that red light started flashing again. Except this time, Data already knew who it was from.

“Captain,” he said with relief as the Enterprise appeared on the view screen. “I am grateful you were still in this system.”

“And we are grateful for some answers to your odd behavior,” Picard said. “Though, Mr. Crusher had put the pieces together right before receiving your transmission. The Enterprise is on its way to intercept. We’ll have you back within the hour.”

“Sir, Lore has Faith.”

The grave expression on the captain’s face spoke volumes. “We’re aware, Data. We are doing everything to track them. Sit tight. Picard out.”

Data was left alone with his racing thoughts. He did everything in his power to increase the speed of the ship which shaved off several minutes of travel time. Meanwhile, he mentally ran through numerous scenarios and computations, trying to think of where Lore could be headed. In an infinite universe, how can he catch an android who thought and anticipated as he did?

By the time he was beamed aboard the Enterprise, his list was astronomical.

“You will find three Cardassians in the store room of the ship,” he told Lieutenant Worf who stood by the transporter, waiting. “One is Konro, though I have learned that name is a moniker.”

“They will be taken care of,” Worf assured him, motioning for his waiting security team to handle it. “Commander Data, I must once again apologize.”

“For what, Lieutenant?”

Worf huffed, signaling his displeasure. “Yet again, I failed to take care of Lieutenant Diaz. She was taken literally from my grasp! If had been more vigilant—”

“Lieutenant,” Data interrupted. “Lore posed as me and has been planning this switch and abduction for months, possibly years. There was nothing you could do. If anything, I should have figured it out sooner.”

Worf motioned to the door and the two of them left the transporter room. “It looks like she put up quite the fight,” he explained. “From what I saw, she did not go willingly.”

“I must see our quarters,” Data said as he moved passed the lift to the Bridge. “There may be a clue as to where he has taken her.”

“We haven’t found any.”

“I may have better luck.”

Data was aware that he was supposed to report to the captain but, for once, he ignored regulation. His protective program had taken control and nothing could override it. Worf kept pace, using his com to let Picard know where they were headed. 

The first thing Data noticed when they reached his floor was the wall panel across from his door had been broken, glass littering the floor. His keen eye picked up small drops of blood amount the rubble. 

Lore did not bleed, but Faith did.

Geordi and Beverly were already in Data’s quarters. The former was scanning every inch with his tricorder while the latter had Spot in her arms, giving her a full examination. 

“Data!” Geordi exclaimed when he saw him. “I’m so sorry. We didn’t know it was Lore.”

“As I told Lieutenant Worf, there is no need to apologize.” Data crossed towards Beverly with concern. “Is Spot injured?”

“No, she’s okay. Just a little ruffled,” Beverly said, handing the feline over to her owner. “She was a little dazed when I got here but quickly came around. I found some synthetic material on her nails. Looks like she knew what we didn’t.”

Data cradled his cat, grateful she was unharmed. “Thank you for trying to stop Lore,” he said, earning a light head-butt from Spot. After which she jumped out of his arms and made a beeline for the closet. He let her hide as he turned to his crew mates. “Have you found anything?”

“Traces of Faith’s blood in the hall on that panel and floor,” Beverly said, putting her tricorder into her pocket. “But it’s small. She’s injured, most likely with a concussion judging by what Worf saw. I don’t know if Lore hurt her in another way.”

“I do not believe he has,” Data said. “He spoke to me while I was on the ship and made a comment about getting to know her. I do not think injuring her on purpose is his goal.”

“Otherwise he would have done so as soon as they were alone,” Geordi supplied as he examined the remains of Data’s coffee table. “None of her blood is here so not sure what happened to the table.”

Worf spoke up. “When I saw them, she was a few seconds ahead of him out the door, meaning she broke free of his hold,” he said. “I have been training Faith over the last few days. She must have used his weight against him, thrown herself backward to knock him off balance. It was a technique we had tried once or twice.”

“Backwards, onto the coffee table,” Geordi said, mostly to himself as he constructed the fight in his mind. “He lets go so she scrambles away, manages to call for security, but he’s too fast.”

“Not fast enough,” Beverly picked up. “He wasn’t anticipating Spot. She attacks and scratches him, giving Faith a few seconds head start.”

“She gets into the hall but he grabs her again, they smash into the panel,” Worf finished. “And he transports them away.”

“Which must mean he had a ship nearby,” Data pointed out. “One that could avoid the sensors. He is familiar enough with our systems to know how to surpass them and given the cloaking technology Fajo had, Lore may have it as well.”

“We might still be able to track it now that I have all the spec information on that type of cloaking, but none of that means anything if we can’t even figure out what direction they’re going,” Geordi said. 

“And, we also have to assume he has Faith sedated somehow,” Beverly suggested. “So she won’t be able to break free and try to get away again.”

Data felt a nudge on his leg and he looked down to find Spot head-butting him. He found her behavior strange considering her affinity for hiding when other people were in the room. She wound her way through his legs, looking up at him with her wide eyes.

“Now is not the time to play, Spot,” Data said, gently shooing her away. He turned back to his friends. “As well as I know Lore, I do not know the reach of his deceptions or resources. He has had much time to—”

A loud drawn-out meow interrupted him, followed by a nip at Geordi’s ankle.

“Ah! Goddamn cat, I swear to God, Data…” Geordi swore, shaking his foot. “What’s her problem?”

Frowning, Data looked down, confused about Spot’s overt behavior. Seeing she had their attention, she meowed louder and trotted over to the closet. It was not until she began pawing at the clothes on the ground that he realized she was trying to show them something.

“What did you find, kitty?” Beverly asked. As she was the closest, she knelt to rummage through the cloth. When she stood back up, she extended her hand to show Faith’s communicator. 

“Lore must have thrown it in the struggle,” Worf said. “He would have known she could use it to reach out to us.”

Data’s heart sank and took the device from Beverly. 

Geordi closed his tricorder and swore. “Shit,” he said. “There goes tracking her badge.”

Data’s fingers closed around the cool metal as he stood rooted in place. He touched the place where his own badge normally would be, only to remember it wasn’t there. At first, he assumed Lore would have taken it along with his uniform until he remembered something extremely important.

Which gave him an idea. “Computer,” he said. “Where is Lieutenant Commander Data?”

“Lieutenant Commander Data is not aboard the Enterprise.”

Data swung around to face the others. “Faith took my communicator before I left, which means if it is not registering that I am on the Enterprise—”

“Then Faith still has it on her!” Beverly exclaimed.

“Which means we can still track her,” Worf said. 

“Again, only if we have a direction,” Geordi reminded them. 

Data had to think. Even with the massive list of places he had compiled he needed something, anything, that could narrow it down. 

“Let us go to the Bridge and tell Captain Picard our findings,” he suggested. “At the very least we can scan for my badge in this system. Lore may have had a head start but he is limited to his ship’s speed.”

“Agreed,” Worf said. 

“I’ll head to Engineering and make sure Lore didn’t do anything that would slow us down. I don’t think he had time but I don’t want to take any chances,” Geordi said. 

“I’ll do a final sweep here and make sure we didn’t miss anything,” Beverly offered.

The group separated, with Data and Worf heading for the Bridge with quiet determination. The captain, Commander Riker, and Counselor Troi were there, as well as Wesley, who was running Ops. 

Picard turned to them the moment they step off the turbo-lift. “Good to have you back, Commander,” he greeted Data. 

“Sir, we have discovered that Faith does not have her communicator, however, she does have mine which means we can still track her with our sensors,” Data explained, skipping the pleasantries. 

Picard nodded towards Worf, who was already inputting the information at his station. “Lieutenant, anything?”

A moment later, Worf sighed. “Nothing. She is no longer in his system.”

“Where would Lore take her?” Wesley asked. “What does he want with Faith in the first place?”

“That is what I have been trying to deduce for the last hour,” Data answered. “There are too many variables to consider.”

“Maybe not,” Deanna spoke up. “Data, Lore has been obsessed with you and now that obsession has transferred to Faith. We all know how insanely jealous he is of what you have, to the point of stealing the emotion chip meant for you. Finding out where he is going may lie in those emotions rather than logic.”

“You know him and Faith better than anyone else, Data,” Riker said. “Where is somewhere significant to you and Faith? You met on the Enterprise, yes, but—”

Data already had the answer before Riker could finish.

“Tridas 6S,” he said. “The Sunterre Isles, where Faith and I had our first shore leave together. It is a special place, one where we truly cemented our relationship and intimacy. Faith had been quite paranoid when we arrived and was questioning if we were truly alone. At the time, we assumed it was her anxiety and I assured her that we were but—” 

“But maybe you weren’t,” Deanna said. “Lore could have easily spied on you without you knowing.”

“Ensign Ro, set a course for Tridas 6S,” Picard ordered.

“Already on it, Captain,” Ro said, her hands dancing wildly as she inputted the coordinates. “At maximum warp, we can make it there in two days. However, they do have a five-hour head start. We might be able to catch up.”

“Engage!”

Data made a move to relieve Wesley but was stopped by a hand on his shoulder. 

Picard was stern though there was a gentleness to his gaze. “Mr. Data, I understand your determination and concern,” he said. “But I’m also aware of how exhausted you must be. You need to rest.”

“I no longer feel exhaustion,” Data told him. “Q has returned me to the way I was, at my insistence.”

He could sense a change in his crew mates at his announcement, particularly those he was close to. Deanna and Riker both had expressions of sympathy which Data understood, yet felt was unnecessary. He was more concerned about Faith’s safety rather than his own personal situation.

“Data,” Wesley said. “I’m sorry you had to give that up.”

“I did not give anything up, only regained what I needed to help Faith.”

“Well then, take your station, Mr. Data,” Picard ordered. “Let’s get our Lieutenant back.”

“Aye, sir.”

Wesley moved, allowing Data to sit at his console. He was filled with determination. Determination to catch up to Lore and not leave or even move from his station until they reached Tridas. 

He only hoped they would not be too late. 

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Major Update!

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Detailed list of the changes can be found in the changelog as usual. One of these changes is an icon design overhaul I mentioned I wanted to do for a while. ...What I came up with is a little generic but it looks nicer and simpler to work with so I hope you like it regardless (this psd file is so much easier to read than my old one idk wtf was happening on that)! Also added the new Xianzhou characters to the sorter (jiaoqiu my beloved) ✌️

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20 Best Android Development Practices in 2023

Introduction: 

In today's competitive market, creating high-quality Android applications requires adherence to best development practices.  Android app development agencies in Vadodara (Gujarat, India) like Nivida Web Solutions Pvt. Ltd., play a crucial role in delivering exceptional applications.  This article presents the 20 best Android development practices to follow in 2023, ensuring the success of your app development projects.

1.     Define Clear Objectives:

Begin by defining clear objectives for your Android app development project.  Identify the target audience, the app's purpose, and the specific goals you aim to achieve.  This clarity will guide the development process and result in a more focused and effective application.

 2. Embrace the Material Design Guidelines:

Google's Material Design guidelines provide a comprehensive set of principles and guidelines for designing visually appealing and intuitive Android applications.  Adhering to these guidelines ensures consistency, enhances usability, and delivers an optimal user experience.

 3. Optimize App Performance:

Performance optimization is crucial for user satisfaction.  Focus on optimizing app loading times, minimizing network requests, and implementing efficient caching mechanisms.  Profiling tools like Android Profiler can help identify performance bottlenecks and improve overall app responsiveness.

 4. Follow a Modular Approach:

Adopting a modular approach allows for easier maintenance, scalability, and code reusability.  Breaking down your app into smaller, manageable modules promotes faster development, reduces dependencies, and enhances collaboration among developers.

 5. Implement Responsive UI Designs:

Designing a responsive user interface (UI) ensures that your app adapts seamlessly to various screen sizes and orientations.  Utilize Android’s resources, such as ConstraintLayout, to create dynamic and adaptive UIs that provide a consistent experience across different devices.

 6. Prioritize Security:

Android app security is of paramount importance.  Employ secure coding practices, authenticate user inputs, encrypt sensitive data, and regularly update libraries and dependencies to protect your app against vulnerabilities and potential attacks.

 7. Opt for Kotlin as the Preferred Language:

Kotlin has gained immense popularity among Android developers due to its conciseness, null safety, and enhanced interoperability with existing Java code.  Embrace Kotlin as the primary programming language for your Android app development projects to leverage its modern features and developer-friendly syntax.

 8. Conduct Thorough Testing:

Testing is crucial to ensure the reliability and stability of your Android applications.  Employ a combination of unit testing, integration testing, and automated UI testing using frameworks like Espresso to catch bugs early and deliver a robust app to your users.

 9. Optimize Battery Consumption:

Battery life is a significant concern for Android users.  Optimize your app's battery consumption by minimizing background processes, reducing network requests, and implementing efficient power management techniques.  Android's Battery Optimization APIs can help streamline power usage.

 10. Implement Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD):

Adopting CI/CD practices facilitates frequent code integration, automated testing, and seamless deployment. Tools like Jenkins and Bitrise enable developers to automate build processes, run tests, and deploy app updates efficiently, resulting in faster time-to-market and improved quality.

 11. Leverage Cloud Technologies:

Integrating cloud technologies, such as cloud storage and backend services, can enhance your app's scalability, performance, and reliability.  Services like Firebase offer powerful tools for authentication, database management, push notifications, and analytics.

 12. Ensure Accessibility:

Make your Android app accessible to users with disabilities by adhering to accessibility guidelines.  Provide alternative text for images, support screen readers, and use colour contrast appropriately to ensure inclusivity and a positive user experience for all users.

 13. Optimize App Size:

Large app sizes can deter users from downloading and installing your application.  Optimize your app's size by eliminating unused resources, compressing images, and utilizing Android App Bundles to deliver optimized APKs based on device configurations.

 14. Implement Offline Support:

Provide offline capabilities in your app to ensure users can access essential features and content even when offline.  Implement local caching, synchronize data in the background, and notify users of limited or no connectivity to deliver a seamless user experience.

 15. Implement Analytics and Crash Reporting:

Integrate analytics and crash reporting tools, such as Google Analytics and Firebase Crashlytics, to gain insights into user behaviour, identify areas for improvement, and address crashes promptly. This data-driven approach helps in refining your app's performance and user engagement.

 16. Keep Up with Android OS Updates:

Stay up to date with the latest Android OS updates, new APIs, and platform features.  Regularly update your app to leverage new functionalities, enhance performance, and ensure compatibility with newer devices.

 17. Provide Localized Versions:

Cater to a global audience by providing localized versions of your app.  Translate your app's content, user interface, and notifications into different languages to expand your user base and increase user engagement.

 18. Ensure App Store Optimization (ASO):

Optimize your app's visibility and discoverability in the Google Play Store by utilizing appropriate keywords, engaging app descriptions, compelling screenshots, and positive user reviews.  ASO techniques can significantly impact your app's download and conversion rates.

 19. Follow Privacy Regulations and Guidelines:

Adhere to privacy regulations, such as GDPR and CCPA, and ensure transparent data handling practices within your app. Obtain user consent for data collection, storage, and usage, and provide clear privacy policies to establish trust with your users.

 20. Regularly Update and Maintain Your App:

Continuously monitor user feedback, track app performance metrics, and release regular updates to address bugs, introduce new features, and enhance user experience.  Regular maintenance ensures that your app remains relevant, competitive, and secure.

 Conclusion:

 Adopting these 20 best Android development practices in 2023 will help Android app development companies in India, create exceptional applications.  By focusing on objectives, embracing Material Design, optimizing performance, and following modern development approaches, your Android apps will stand out in the market, delight users, and achieve long-term success.  Also by partnering with an Android App Development Company in India (Gujarat, Vadodara) you can leverage their expertise.

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iirc a while ago you mentioned disliking microsoft - just wondering if you have any recommendations for another os to use and guides to read on it? ive been considering switching from microsoft for a while now but because ive had my computers for a while it feels like a big change

i get it! i've been split pretty much 50/50 windows and mac for my whole life (with some experience with linux) and i'd say they arent all that different in the most important ways. the barrier for mac, which is quite a big one, is that you need apple hardware like a macbook. however, if you acquire one, you'd probably find the major things like the file system, using applications, etc are very intuitive regardless of what specific OS you are most used to. On mac, most things are very streamlined and self contained, applications do not use a central registry and while they store data in shared folders (for example, "application_support" which is roughly equivalent to something like "APPDATA" on windows), applications are mostly contained within themselves. for an illustrative example: firefox has a .app package in the applications folder, and stores its cache and history in application support, and that's it. as a result, uninstalling apps is almost always a matter of deleting the app file and not using a central uninstaller in settings (though some more complex apps have their own uninstaller). shortcuts and aliases are very rare, and in my opinion most things are easier to find than on windows. its difficult for me to explain exactly what i mean, but there is only one "layer" to macOS. windows is built on principles of backwards compatibility, so there can be a lot of junk where a more central cohesive system would be easier to use and less likely to break. one of my strongest frustrations with windows is that it has two entirely separate (3 if you count the registry) applications for changing settings, and they look and behave completely differently. apple's cohesion is a trade off, as it requires axing functionality that isn't common or popularly necessary anymore (RIP 32 bit programs), but i find it's absolutely worth it. in all, the way macOS functions is a lot like how a phone does, in terms of the way its designed, though i'd argue its more like an android than an iphone. it has a reputation for being locked down and less customizable, but i'd say that isn't accurate for most useful or desirable tinkering. it requires using the terminal and learning some unix commands but it's quite straightforward once you do, and less likely to break or frustrate you as windows is (in my opinion). linux of course is leaps and bounds above both proprietary systems but that's not really my area of expertise. at the end of the day, windows is accessible, that's its biggest advantage and the source of a lot of its problems. it has to run on old architecture, cling to obsolete and archaic systems because that's what people know and expect, and appeal to microsoft execs by jamming in new useless features to impress clueless shareholders. the main issues with microsoft is that it wants to be apple, and its management pushing cortana, and the all things people hate about windows 8, 10, and 11 is completely at odds with its fundamental design principles. that's why its so terrible and so ugly to me. macOS is like if those features were thought out, intuitive, and part of a well designed whole, instead of being wasteful, bloated, and a constant annoyance to the people who actually desire the unique things windows has to bring to the table.

oh and to answer your actual question since this just turned into one of my rambles: i would recommend trying out a linux distribution (like ubuntu or debian) by booting it on a flash drive and playing around with it to get a feel for the file system and other core aspects. its designed somewhat similarly to mac since they are both unix-like but its free and open source. if you hate it then its probably best to not spend a lot on a macbook. if you live near an apple store (or another dept. store that has electronics display models) you can go in and play around on one. there's lots of guides online, though i find its best to just fuck around and if things go wrong, seek answers online. also one last thing is that if you do decide to go with a mac, its no problem to just keep using windows for what you need it to. i have an old PC laptop i use to play video games that only run on windows after all.

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