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Choosing a network capable download command is different than an option to send all commands to the cloud for processing. And we know defaults get changed at times, sometimes on purpose (hi facebook!).

We also have decades of experience and culture around how to use network commands properly, especially for FLOSS tools.

Considering that newbies will be attracted to these cloud tools, the risk of information leakage sounds a lot higher in the second instance.



> an option to send all commands to the cloud for processing.

iTerm doesn't have that. It has a separate pop-up window where you can type questions and get answers.

If it had a feature like you describe, I'd be there with my pitchfork. Thankfully, it doesn't.


Ok, however there are several new-gen terms headlining this kind of feature. We're far into frog-boiling territory, who knows where it will lead.




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