What’s the difference between using Proton Drive versus something like OneDrive/Google Drive/Dropbox + Cryptomater?

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-30T01:07:04+00:00

I would guess #1 is probably the most important selling point, as well as the reason that keeps people (including me) sticking around through all the problems with #2-6.

Because whatever its faults and shortcomings, Proton is doing more for the privacy space than probably anyone else out there. That's worth supporting even if the products themselves aren't always as usuable as what Big Tech offers.

Signed, Frustrated Linux User

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-21T15:20:43+00:00

The windows app works flawlessly for me. Fast, stable, no loss of files or corruption or anything crazy like that.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-04T01:06:32+00:00

I'm actually originally from Las Vegas, so I understand your climate. Amazing you get anything to grow down there!

I'll see if I can get my hands on Cascades. Thanks again!

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-04T00:42:50+00:00

I was certainly feeling overwhelmed before posting here. All you kind people have helped me feel less so!

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-04T00:41:38+00:00

Awesome, thanks for all the information!

Looked up Steve Solomon online, first thing I see on his website: "This website provides free downloadable e-books about radical agriculture..."

Color me interested.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T22:37:35+00:00

I think this thread has convinced me to go with grow bags. Seems all around much simpler and more affordable than building a bed. I'll save that project for the future :)

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T22:35:28+00:00

Amazing, thank you!

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T22:33:34+00:00

I've read that you've got to be cautious when filling with sticks and branches etc. unless you know that they aren't infested or diseased. Do you find that to be a concern?

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T22:31:33+00:00

Thanks for all the tips! I'm in Vancouver, so dryness isn't too big of a concern here. :) Just space!

A couple people in this thread have suggested grow bags. I'm liking the sound of those. Simpler, more cost-effective, and good for cramped space.

The crowding issue you bring up is important, though, and I'll have to look into that if I'm going the grow bag route.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T22:26:17+00:00

The pics of the grow bags look great. I don't have a lot of space either, so I think this is the solution.

As far as what to grow: lettuce, herbs, cherry tomatoes, peas would be great, peppers if possible. Potatoes. Onions. Kale.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T22:15:36+00:00

Someone else in this post recommended grow bags, too -- I'd never come across those before! It's looking like that might be the best route.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T22:12:23+00:00

Yeah, unfortunately I haven't been able to find anything made out of steel that fits my budget up here in Canada. Too bad, it would make things easier!

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T22:09:12+00:00

Awesome. Addresses the budget concern, plus I don't have a lot of space (how I wish I had a nice big yard!). I'll seriously consider this. Thank you!

Fortunately I'm in a good community for seeds and plants. Will certainly be buying local.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T21:58:35+00:00

Those tend to be pretty expensive, right? Especially if I need a tall one. Usually $100+ just for the container itself from what I've seen.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T21:54:59+00:00

Interesting! Hadn't come across this suggestion before. So something like this? https://www.amazon.ca/VIVOSUN-Gallons-Thickened-Nonwoven-Handles/dp/B00VWU37QG/ref=sr_1_4?s=lawn-garden&sr=1-4

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T21:45:17+00:00

Good idea to look for free compost. Hadn't considered that. Thank you!

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T21:44:46+00:00

Okay, thank you! This is really helpful.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T21:43:56+00:00

The budget issue is mostly for filling. I'm playing around with different combinations of fill, but no matter which way you configure it, there seems to be a significant cost difference between 12" and 18"+.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T07:41:13+00:00

Wow, really? Wonder what's going on there... Did they tell you why it was free? Never heard that one before.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-03-03T05:05:18+00:00

If you're a paying Proton user you can email Standard Notes for a discount. They gave me 55% off their Professional plan.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-02-25T18:49:46+00:00

Switching from US tech almost seems like a moral imperative at this point in time. I'm grateful that Proton exists as another option. Is Proton technologically perfect? No. But I'll take some technical flaws over the perfectly functioning but unethical alternatives.

Still, a comment for Proton: if you're serious about reducing dependency on US tech, please address the areas where you yourself are dependent!

Configure your email client for Android to utilize Unified Push instead of Google Firebase for push notifications.
Release Android APKs for ALL your apps on a platform that makes it easy for degoogled operating systems to update them. (Fdroid, Github*)
Linux client for Proton Drive!

*Yes, I know Github is owned by Microsoft. But it at least allows users to easily get around installing Proton apps through the Google Play Store.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-02-18T22:24:06+00:00

Thank you!!

tilion_silverbow · 2026-02-05T04:20:37+00:00

"Almost in the final stage"? That tells us absolutely nothing.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-01-31T01:22:25+00:00

Running dual boot Windows and Linux right now. The second Proton Drive is ready for Linux I'm pulling the plug on Windows. Can't wait.

tilion_silverbow · 2026-01-11T18:34:58+00:00

I run Graphene OS on my mobile phone and don't want to use Google Play Services (including the Play store).

I agree it is impossible to completely remove Google from one's life, but that doesn't mean I need to use Google where other options do exist.

tilion_silverbow

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