Silk Road forums
Discussion => Newbie discussion => Topic started by: 5aliveguy on August 16, 2013, 05:51 pm
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Hi, I have been a lurker on these forums and the main site for a while now and I am trying to get my security down to a "t". But I am in need of some guidance from other more experienced member. I hope a large number of new members look through this section and learn something. You are only as strong as your weakest link!
Thank you in advance, this is an amazing opportunity (the abilty to get on sr) keep it safe, lets get it!
Here is what I think I know ;)
Always use Tor (you have to use it to access the site and other onion sites as well)
Disable java, javascript, adobe player, Iframe, and other plugins
Do not run another browser while using Tor
Do not download anything while in Tor
Do not give away any personal information (name, birthday, location, hobbies, work info, background info, medical records, etc etc)
Get a firewall
Use PGP whenever possible (still learning deets about the program)
Here are my questions:
1. Can I have a master usb that contains truecrypt, whonix, and GPG? Or just save to a computer?
2. Will whonix provide a VPN or do I need to get an opensource vpn?
3. Is it bad to connect thru wifi?
4. Can someone explain the Dban program?
Many more to come stay tuned! Will be editing op with answers and others questions!