This is something I can’t figure out, because my understanding is that no matter what OS you install, unless you bought your Mac with cash, your serial number and credit card are now connected…and will always be spilling data about you.

Thanks for any advice…I’m wondering if it’s worth it to install a new OS.

  • Ebby@lemmy.ssba.com
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    17 hours ago

    I don’t think purchase info is necessary tied to hardware out of the box beyond asset tracking. That would cause issues with gifting.

    The easy answer is if you don’t run the software, it can’t collect data.

    However, the firmware is network capable and certain diagnostic tools and recovery modes can call home. I am not familiar to the extent, however.

    This also does not stop other devices, Apple included, from detecting the Mac and reporting home hardware/location data.