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The CAD Software Non-Issue: LibreCAD on Linux

By bilemaPosted on February 25, 2026Posted in Switching to LinuxTagged CAD software, de-googling, LibreCAD, Linux, open source, technical drawingNo Comments

Not every part of this de-Googling and Linux migration involves sacrifice, difficult decisions, or frustrating compromises. Some things just… work. LibreCAD is one of those things. What LibreCAD Is (And Why I Use It) LibreCAD is open-source 2D CAD software. It’s designed for technical drawing, drafting, and engineering work—creating floor plans, mechanical parts, schematics, and […]

Making the Switch: Why Linux?

By bilemaPosted on February 1, 2026Posted in EscapeGoogle, Switching to LinuxTagged de-googling, KDE Plasma, Kubuntu, Linux, open source, privacy, tech independence, Windows alternativesNo Comments

Let me be clear upfront: you don’t have to switch from Windows or Mac to de-Google your life. You can replace Gmail with Proton, use LibreWolf on Windows, run Signal and Bitwarden on macOS, and achieve most of your privacy goals without touching your operating system. But I’m choosing to make the switch anyway—in the […]

I'm documenting my journey to leave Google and the broader big tech ecosystem—not as a dramatic exit, but as a practical, functional transition. After a decade as a Google enthusiast, privacy concerns forced a reckoning: How much quality and functionality must I sacrifice to own my data and control my tools?

Follow along as I find alternatives to big tech solutions from Google, Meta, and Microsoft—while maintaining the quality in my workflow and keeping life functional. Real solutions, honest compromises and everything I learn along the way.