

Unexpected Upsides: Why QubesOS Might Be Your Next Daily Driver
Jan 19, 2024
Qubes OS usability benefits, ADHD privacy tools, IOT smart plugs, visiting Germany, and general thoughts are discussed in this podcast. The hosts share their favorite Christmas gifts and talk about privacy-respecting apps for individuals with ADHD and the importance of visually appealing interfaces. They also discuss prioritizing privacy in messaging, browsing, and search engines, and share their experiences of visiting Germany and attending a conference.
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Gaming on QubesOS
- Nate tried playing Civilization in a Windows VM on QubesOS.
- Lag caused him to accidentally forfeit the game, highlighting graphical limitations.
QubesOS for Compartmentalization
- Use QubesOS for compartmentalization, especially for multiple accounts.
- Easily manage various online identities and sensitive data.
Networking in QubesOS
- Leverage QubesOS for flexible networking with sys-net, sys-firewall, and sys-hoonix.
- Add sys-vpn for multiple VPNs or Tor configurations, enhancing privacy.