This list should have a clear audience.

[dalanmiller]

There seems to be a huge amount of interest in this list and that is really amazing. When I first saw this list I figured that it was edited in mind for the non-tech savvy individual. I'm seeing lots of issues which suggest adding apps and tools which are way beyond the means of the average internet goer.

@brianlovin maybe it would be best to include the intended audience for this list so we can figure out whether suggestions meet some sort ease-of-use criteria? I'm thinking something like:

Beginning users	Advanced users
Are able to use a browser and navigate to websites	Are able to use the CLI to navigate directories, make changes, or run programs
Are able to install software or applications	Are familiar with: HTTP, DNS, SSH, etc
Are able to configure their OS via UI	Are able to run services on a remote server

I'll say though at the same time, advanced topics or suggestions would be useful if a technical audience could self select. I wonder if there could be some UI that would allow someone to view the more advanced security suggestions?

[brianlovin]

I'll say though at the same time, advanced topics or suggestions would be useful if a technical audience could self select. I wonder if there could be some UI that would allow someone to view the more advanced security suggestions?

Totally agree. I'd say this project is aimed at non-tech-savvy individuals, but I tried to write it in a way that was clear and approachable so that people could learn more about how these things work. It's up to those non-savvy users to have the curiosity to dive in and read the resource links.

That being said, I agree that there are more advanced things that we wouldn't reasonably expect someone to use if they aren't familiar with technical topics like DNS or using a terminal. We should have some UI to mark these as advanced topics; will have a think on how to do this.