I want to stop using Google because they are simply getting too big and I don't care for them sharing my data. I would like to move to a decently low priced paid email that encrypts (not like it matters since government can break encryptions) and doesn't share my data or try to personalize ads towards me (not like it matters too much because I use ad block). I basically just don't trust them anymore.
Lately I noticed Google lagging on my computer (when I try hitting home page it just spins). However, I can go to any other site and it will load instantly (so it appears to be a problem loading Google and no other site; problem is intermittent). Not sure what is going on but it is starting to be annoying. It doesn't happen all the time but a decent amount lately.
I could elaborate more but basically I just want some suggestions on a good search site (which is bland and basic like Google). Please no bing, yahoo, or msn suggestions because their home page is way too flashy/crap I don't want to see. I also would like to know a good paid email service that encrypts and doesn't share data.