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Qubes OS is the perfect operating system for security-conscious users
Jan 23, 2025
The world of Linux distros is chock-full of cool operating systems that bring distinctive features to the table. You've got simple and user-friendly Debian-based distros that are easy to configure even for newcomers. Then there's the bleeding-edge Arch Linux that comes with a do-it-yourself design featuring advanced customization options, though you’ll have to contend with instability issues every once in a while.
Once you venture deep into the rabbit hole, you may come across something as unique as Qubes OS. Designed for users who consider isolation of services their mantra, Qubes OS is a solid distro if you prefer security above all else.
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What’s Qubes OS?
And why should you use it?
Powered by the Type-1 Xen hypervisor, Qubes OS provides a highly secure working environment by compartmentalizing all apps and services inside isolated environments. In simple terms, Qubes OS segregates the applications within different compartments called qubes. Each qube contains its own OS template, binaries, and other packages, essentially acting as a completely isolated virtual machine.
By running apps within closed-off environments, Qubes OS ensures that any security breaches or malware attacks inside a qube don’t spread to the other services. Plus, you’re free to modify the apps, OS templates, network stack, IO devices, and firewall settings of the qubes per your needs. If you’re particularly conscious about privacy, you’ll be glad to know that Qubes supports Whonix, a VM-only operating system that combines a hardened Debian kernel with the Tor anonymity network.
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