In scenarios where you want the benefits of uuid1()'s sequential nature without privacy risks, you can use a hybrid approach. Generate a uuid1() and mask the MAC address using a random or hashed value. Alternatively, append or combine a uuid4() with a timestamp to ensure randomness while preserving some context from the current time. This approach offers a balance between the two Python uuid methods, allowing flexibility based on specific requirements.
Each of these solutions aligns with the capabilities of the uuid module and helps tailor UUID generation to different application needs.