TAILS (The Amnesic Incognito Live System) is a Linux-based live operating system that allows users to operate anonymously from a USB stick with no trace on the host machine.
The system is designed for privacy, running entirely from RAM and leaving no logs, caches, or footprints.
Users can access the Tor network for added anonymity and security, making it difficult for entities like ISPs or surveillance systems to track their online activities.
To use TAILS, download it from tails.net or access it via Tor, ensuring its authenticity through the built-in verification tool to prevent supply-chain attacks.
Utilize Rufus to burn the TAILS ISO image to a USB stick for booting up the system.
TAILS provides a secure, encrypted persistent storage option on the USB for saving essential data with a passphrase for access.
After booting up, users can connect to the Tor network for browsing the internet anonymously using the Tor Browser with no browsing history or traces.
The system is commonly used by journalists, whistleblowers, activists, and privacy-conscious individuals to maintain their anonymity online.
Despite its security features, TAILS is not entirely immune and users are advised to remain cautious and informed while using it.