Security

  1. PureOS allows for a safer and more secure use and web browsing experience than non-free operating systems like those found on Apple, Google or Microsoft devices.

  2. PureOS does not track or log your keystrokes, location, software usage by default; these services are all opt-in.

  3. PureOS has app isolation with Wayland and AppArmor enabled, as well as security oriented default configurations.

Viruses and malware

The Linux kernel and GNU-based operating systems are significantly resistant to viruses and malware. PureOS can protect your device from viruses, malware and cryptolockers.

Consider installing the following software for additional protection, which are provided free-of-cost and require negligible input from the user:

  • ClamAV, an anti-virus and malware protection tool

  • Uncomplicated Firewall (ufw), which helps to keep you secure by securely managing connections to your computer

Additional security frequently comes at the cost of convenience, and you should balance these needs with your use-case. If you are dealing with many files from untrustworthy sources and sharing some with others, then it is recommended to use ClamAV to prevent accidental sharing of malware and viruses via internet or portable memory drives, even though it cannot harm your system. If you intend to use services which are opened to the outside world, like ssh, web or ftp server, etc. on your computer, then it is recommended to use a simple firewall.