Whonix 15.0.1.9.3 Debian GNU Linux Based released.
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Whonix (formerly known as TorBOX) is a Debian–based distribution which focuses on security. It
aims to provide privacy, security and anonymity on the internet. This distribution consists
of two virtual machines, a "Workstation" and a Tor "Gateway", running Debian GNU/Linux.
All communications are forced through the Tor network to accomplish this.
Whonix is an operating system focused on anonymity, privacy and security. It is based on the Tor
anonymity network, Debian GNU/Linux and security by isolation. Whonix consists of two parts:
One solely runs Tor and acts as a gateway, which is called Whonix-Gateway. The other,
which is called Whonix-Workstation, is on a completely isolated network. Only connections
through Tor are possible. With Whonix, you can use applications and run servers anonymously
over the Internet. DNS leaks are impossible, and even malware with root privileges cannot
find out the user's real IP.
Patrick Schleizer has announced the release of Whonix 15, a major new version of the project's
Debian-distribution designed for secure and anonymous internet browsing. Whonix deploys
the Tor network on top of a heavily configured Debian system which is run inside multiple
virtual machines, thus providing a substantial layer of protection from malware and IP address
leaks. The new release is based on the upcoming Debian 10 "Buster": "After approximately one
year of development, the Whonix project is proud to announce the release of Whonix 15.
Whonix 15 is based on the Debian 10 'Buster' distribution. This means that users have access
to many new software packages in concert with existing packages, such as a modern branch
of GnuPG. Major changes and new features: kernel hardening; blacklist uncommon network
protocols; systemd unit sandboxing; improve entropy collection through extensive research
and installation by default of jitterentropy-rngd; research implications of Spectre, Meltdown,
Retpoline and L1 Terminal Fault (L1TF) versus Whonix....
Is Whonix better than tails? Well, there is no huge difference between
Whonix and Tails Linux systems as both are Debian-based and designed to maintain the
privacy, security, and anonymity of the person who uses them.
How safe is Whonix? With Whonix, you can use applications and
run servers anonymously over the internet. DNS leaks are impossible, and not even malware
with root privileges can find out the user's real IP.” A comparison of features and other
tools available can be found here. NEVER DO ANYTHING PERSONAL FROM WHONIX.
Can I install Whonix? ”Whonix, an operating system you can run
in a virtual machine to maximize your online anonymity; it's ideal for maintaining a secret
identity.” ... The Linux-based OS, which runs on top of existing systems via virtual
machines, can be installed on Windows, macOS, and Linux.”
Does Edward Snowden use Whonix? Qubes OS also comes with a Whonix template,
which can be used as a Torified virtual machine that you can use whenever you want to hide
your activities from tracking. You can also delete that VM and start a new one to give
you much of the security you would get from using TAILS on a DVD.
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