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Operating System: Give the gift of free, flexible, and ethical computing
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Are you giving your loved ones holiday gifts they can use freely, or gifts which put someone else in control?
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Electronics are popular gifts for the holidays, but people often overlook the restrictions that manufacturers slip under the wrapping paper. From remote deletion of files to harsh rules about copying and sharing, some gifts almost take more
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Like this guide? Organize a Giving
+ Guide Giveaway to share it with the masses. And remember: donating to a charity in your friend or family member's name (see our recommendations below) is at least as meaningful as buying them an electronic device.