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Re:Closing your MacBook hardware disconnects microphone, saf... by notfed on Tuesday March 07, 2023 @02:30PM (#35060005)
Is closing the lid the only way to do this? I never use my camera or mic. I'd be happy opening my laptop and switching a dip switch. Does one exist? Does anyone know?
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Re:Closing your MacBook hardware disconnects microphone, saf... by Gigachad on Tuesday March 07, 2023 @07:53PM (#35063731)
On macOS you could just never grant access to the mic when apps ask.
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