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When you install malware on your computer, it asks for permission too. People don't understand why their USB drive suddenly needs their account password, but they need to get the files that are stored on there so they type it in. That UAC popup may as well be triggered at random based on how often it shows up, and it never explains why.

Is that consent? Do you have a hard time finding the words to blame the malware creators?




I mainly use Kubuntu, but on MS Windows IIRC UAC popups day "ABC.exe needs permission to modify your computer" (or similar), that's some explanation at least. If you've no idea what that program is or why it suddenly needs permission then you can refuse (or seek help).

It's not great, but it's a little better than you suggest.


The difference there is that malware actually is a dark pattern and operates without your permission. Facebook is not a dark pattern and is nothing if you do not willingly surrender your data to their legal ownership.




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