Sicher & anonym im Internet mit Linux

Install and use Linux without prior knowledge. Surf anonymously and encrypt data and emails. Understand threats from the internet and secure the system. Anonymously and securely with Linux. In this book, you will learn all the basics you need to surf the internet anonymously and protect your privacy and data. Since Linux as an operating system offers a high level of control and security, you will receive a comprehensive introduction to the installation, configuration, and daily use of Linux Mint. The use of the terminal is also explained in an easily understandable way.

Protect data and privacy. Whether browsing, sending emails, or transferring files – companies and malicious hackers are always after your data. Through easy-to-understand step-by-step guides, you will learn how to secure your system with a firewall and additional tools, encrypt your data and emails, surf privately, establish a secure VPN connection, operate your own private cloud, and much more.

Advanced methods for even more anonymity and security. A minimum level of security can already be achieved with little effort and a few tools. For those with higher security demands, this book also offers advanced techniques such as using proxy servers to obscure your location, as well as utilizing so-called virtual machines and the Tor network.

Contents include: Installing and getting to know Linux Mint, using the terminal, installing and updating software on Linux, surfing anonymously with the Tor Browser, blocking cookies and ads, encrypting the system, data, and backups, encrypted communication via email and chat, DNS servers and proxies, virtual machines, the private cloud: Nextcloud, password security and spam filters, configuring the firewall, setting up a VPN, introduction to Tor and Tails.