Exactly. If this comes to pass, you're still free to run an "unattested" browser if you want, but web sites are going to require it "for security" to make sure you are using an "untampered" with browser (I.e. no blocking ads)

Beat me to it. It works in CMD/PowerShell too. It's easier to just train your muscle memory to always use / regardless of platform

I cant really speak to that that aspect, I joined an instance with a focus on open source software (fosstodon.org) and the discussions have all been genial. Honestly, I'm not really sure where OP is coming from as it doesn't match my experience with the platform. I guess it just depends on what topics you follow

I just use it in the browser like a web app

Maybe you could find a device that runs OpenWRT with an integrated switch?

Nice setup. But is the 2 Post rack leaning? That would drive me nuts 😱