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victorz@lemmy.world 4 months agoWell that’s scary. Luckily I live nowhere near that part of the world.
But even if I have a server, I’ll have to have my own separate Internet if I really want to be able to pay unrestrictedly. Otherwise the government would just shut down my internet connection, right?
FutileRecipe@lemmy.world 4 months ago
Separate Internet? I mean, yes, you do need Internet. Not sure what you mean by “separate.” And you don’t need a server (node), though they are handy for privacy. You could choose one that is reputable.
If they knew where it/your Internet was. All you really need is your phone or PC. You could use a cafe or library or cell tower or etc.
victorz@lemmy.world 4 months ago
What I mean by separate Internet is a connection to other computers so I can make payments, where said connection isn’t able to be controlled by the government.
FutileRecipe@lemmy.world 4 months ago
Yes, you need an Internet connection at some point. This can be a cafe, a library, an office, your house, friend’s house, etc. As for controlled by the government, well, that depends on your country.
Worst case, if possible, you can move countries. I understand that might not be feasible, but my point is, you can move countries to escape the government and Internet restrictions. But the government locks your account/bank? Moving countries doesn’t fix that, and you’re locked out of any money you had there.