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- Ring signatures which allow senders to blend their transactions with decoys, making it difficult to distinguish the actual sender.
These features make Monero less susceptible to tracking, especially when used in conjunction with privacy-focused networks such as Tor.
Setting Up Monero in Qubes OS
For those interested in utilizing Monero, the first step is installing a Monero wallet. Though there are various methods to do this, the following guide describes a straightforward process using Qubes OS, a security-focused operating system designed to isolate different applications.
- Creating a New Qube: Open the Qubes Manager and create a new Qube. For type, choose "Standalone," select the Debian template, and set networking to "sys-whonix."