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"path": "/t/is-it-best-for-security-to-install-browsers-via-flatpak-or-via-a-distributions-repositories-on-linux/37574#post_8",
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"textContent": "I was asking specifically about security, but I now realize fingerprinting could even be an issue! I am now leaning more towards layering the browser, though I am not yet fully convinced.\n\nBy the way, as a developer of LibreWolf, what would you recommend? I know there is an official Flatpak (https://flathub.org/en/apps/io.gitlab.librewolf-community) which is listed in the installation page (Other Linux Installation – LibreWolf), though you do note the security implications (Other Linux Installation – LibreWolf).",
"title": "Is it best (for security) to install browsers via Flatpak or via a distribution's repositories on Linux?"
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