Desktop OS

Desktop/laptop operating systems built for privacy and compartmentalisation — amnesic live systems that leave no trace, or VM-isolated systems that contain each task. Steeper learning curve, far stronger isolation.

Qubes OS

Desktop OS

Security by compartmentalisation: each task runs in an isolated Xen VM, so a compromise in one stays contained.

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Tails

Desktop OS

Amnesic live OS that routes everything through Tor and forgets all activity on shutdown — boots from a USB stick.

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