Operating systems that match the threat model

Everyday Windows/macOS installs keep logs, sync telemetry, and make .onion research noisier than it needs to be.

Tails

Amnesic live system: leave little behind after shutdown. Strong default for short research sessions when you want a clean slate.

Whonix

Gateway + workstation split forces traffic through Tor. Better when you need persistence with strict network isolation.

Rules that stick

• Do not mix personal accounts into the research OS
• Keep host machine offline to the research workflow
• Update images from official sites only (see Resources)

Then continue to PGP and how to enter.

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