For example I don’t know if a cheap mini PC like the GMKtec G5 would be more likely to have firmware/driver related security flaws over a more standard PC like an older Dell Optiplex from Staples.

Maybe there is something else entirely I am overlooking. I’m not sure. Most of the complaints I’ve heard are in regards to mini PCs containing bloat and potentially malicious things installed.

  • Corroded@leminal.spaceOPEnglish
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    29 days ago

    I’m considering getting one for surfing the web on a secondary monitor. Nothing important is occurring but I asked this question for two reasons.

    1. I’m a nerd who finds a lot of this neat
    2. It can be hard to create a threat profile if you don’t know a threat exists.

    Plenty of people put some level of work into making their PC’s OS more secure using YouTube tutorials and tips but they may not think to update their BIOS for example