btclnd on Nostr: Qubes vs Tails Both great and pretty easy to use. If you’re ok on Ubuntu you’ll ...
Qubes vs Tails
Both great and pretty easy to use. If you’re ok on Ubuntu you’ll have no issue getting going with these.
Tails - pros
1. Feel like a spy running OS off a memory stick.
2. Can carry a full node and wallet anywhere without carrying a computer.
3. Bitcoin QT is easier to get running than just a regular no GUI bitcoind. So forced to learn how QT works operationally. Ephemeral storage can be a pain.
4. Tor only and easiest Tor setup I’ve experienced.
Cons:
1. Memory stick storage space limited (1TB is easy to find though)
2. Harder to setup basic bitcoind.
Qubes- pros:
1: isolated usb is a super power, not allowing usb or laptop mic and camera to access your vms feels like you’re fully in control.
2. Isolated vms for node/electrum server/wallet make you feel safe.
Cons:
1. Not many - apart from not being able to run off a usb stick like tails.
Both great and pretty easy to use. If you’re ok on Ubuntu you’ll have no issue getting going with these.
Tails - pros
1. Feel like a spy running OS off a memory stick.
2. Can carry a full node and wallet anywhere without carrying a computer.
3. Bitcoin QT is easier to get running than just a regular no GUI bitcoind. So forced to learn how QT works operationally. Ephemeral storage can be a pain.
4. Tor only and easiest Tor setup I’ve experienced.
Cons:
1. Memory stick storage space limited (1TB is easy to find though)
2. Harder to setup basic bitcoind.
Qubes- pros:
1: isolated usb is a super power, not allowing usb or laptop mic and camera to access your vms feels like you’re fully in control.
2. Isolated vms for node/electrum server/wallet make you feel safe.
Cons:
1. Not many - apart from not being able to run off a usb stick like tails.