If we are running the amd64 version of Ubuntu (likely the case), we want to get the 64-bit version. We want to download the latest version of Tor Browser from the "GNU/Linux" column.
When Firefox launches, it should look like this: Then press Enter which will launch Firefox and go directly to the provided URL: We must first open the Terminal application.Ĭlick on the main menu in the top right corner and type the word in the search box until you see the Terminal app icon appear: The goal is to avoid Google or other stuff that can potentially track you doing this particular task. We are going to use Firefox to download the Tor Browser, but we are going to do it in a way that might seem strange. For high-value amounts and high-security situations, usingįrom the booted Ubuntu 16.04 desktop, use the network menu in the upper right to connect via WiFi or make sure you are already properly connected via a physical cable (the menu will look different depending on your exact hardware and network setup): TAILS is a hardened security-focused OS that is considered more secure than Ubuntu, however is may be more difficult use. Ubuntu 16.04 is a beginner-friendly Linux OS that has many of the properties we want, however more advanced users may instead prefer to use TAILS which is alsoĪ temporary live boot session and connects via Tor by default. These two tools provide a much better security and privacy than using your daily-use PC. This guide helps you through the process of setting up the Tor Browser in a Ubuntu 16.04 temporary live-boot session. However, a Bitcoin full node does have some downsides with skill requirements, sync time and bandwidth Running a Bitcoin Core full node is a potential way to privately monitor current and historical information regarding your addresses of interest. This can potentially be a dangerous breach of privacy and physical security. When searching for information related to Bitcoin addresses, it has the unfortunate side effect of revealing a correlation between those addresses and you originating IP address.
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