Jeff Geerling is a software developer, author, and open-source contributor known for his expertise in infrastructure automation and Drupal development. Readers can learn about DevOps practices, Ansible automation, and web development with Drupal. With blog posts, tutorials, and open-source projects, Jeff Geerling shares  insights and best practices for building and managing web infrastructure.

Jeff Geerling

Digital ownership is under threat as companies increasingly tie products to cloud services and DRM systems. Modern appliances like dishwashers now require app connections and WiFi, while games are designed to expire when servers shut down. The Stop Killing Games initiative aims to preserve gaming by requiring companies to ensure purchased games remain playable after official support ends. Self-hosting and local ownership represent a pushback against the rental-based economy where consumers lose control over products they've purchased.

You will own nothing and be happy (Stop Killing Games)

remember when every game came with the option to create a dedicated Server?

There is no point in buying games in full if they can easily terminate the games remotely.
Single player games should be able to work without internet forever.

Interesting aspect! We need back control for sure!

100% agreed. I’m also intrested with the old hardwares.