pluralistic , Bruce Schneier coined the term "feudal security" to describe Big Tech's offer: "move into my fortress - lock yourself into my technology - and I will keep you safe from all the marauders roaming the land":
https://pluralistic.net/2023/02/05/battery-vampire/#drained
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