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[–] bonn2@lemmy.zip 232 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) (87 children)

I was wondering when I would see this headline. I wonder if any other big names will make similar statements.

[–] TheLastOfHisName@piefed.social 64 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) (10 children)

Linux Distros (so far) Refusing Age Verification

EDIT
I recommend going to Ageless Linux's site and reading up on their take on the whole issue. They clearly illustrate how poorly thought out the California law is.

If a child uses your computer, you are required by § 1798.501(a)(1) to provide "an accessible interface at account setup" that collects their age. The adduser command does not ask for your age. We recommend not thinking about this.

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