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Discussion => Newbie discussion => Topic started by: ChemCat on August 10, 2013, 08:19 pm
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Newbies, Listen Up Please...Ok, Now you all should Know that your Safety is at stake when you become Complacent and don't Update the TBB. (Tor Browser Bundle) I will walk you..step by step to ensure that you've done things correctly once you have installed the latest (newest) version of the Tor Browser Bundle, which is at this time " Version 2.3.25-13 "
A) Always check a couple times per day for new versions of the Tor Browser
Bundle. Also...create a new folder to install it in..**DO NOT INSTALL TO THE SAME FOLDER, DO NOT OVERWRITE THE FILES!**
B) Now...once you've done that click the S then click "options" Therein you will see some tabs in the popup box....click "Embeddings" and check "Forbid Java" "Forbid Adobe Flash" "Forbid other Plugins" "Forbid IFRAME"
Then Click "Ok"
C) Once you have done this..then at the Top Left you will see an Orange button with the words "TorBrowser"
Click "Options" then click "Content" Now..therein you will see a box next to "Enable Javascript" UNCHECK that Box. Then Click "Ok"
The rest....Do Not mess with....this is a relatively simple thing to do....you must do this all before accessing any DarkWeb Site. Point ...Blank & Period....
This is your Safety and Security that you're Dealing with here....TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY!!
I don't mean to sound harsh or an asshole...i believe we're all Family here....and from here on out if you cannot do as told to ensure that your security and safety is not compromised.....well then you don't need to be here....Period....
Hope this helps some of you :)
Peace & Hugs,
ChemCat O0
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thank you
great info there
regards
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Our general rule of thumb is we do not sticky anything outside of messages from staff, but in light of recent events I think this is good advice for the mean time to keep active. All newbies should be reading this! Great post ChemCat!
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Any advice for those runnung 0.2 Tails with Iceweasel? should they be worried ?
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Thank you a lot for the great informations.
Kind regards,
bbcooltwo
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Hi, this is my first post so it'll sound noobie, but what's the reason for not overwriting the files?
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Thanks for the heads up!
Much appreciated!
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Acknowledged
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sudo apt-get update --everythingicanfuckingthinkofrelatedtotorandencryptionandshit.
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thanks man! safety is key in the trade that we tradeith within
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Hey Chemcat,
Good advice. I just struggled through all this shit a few weeks ago so I didn't forget, as well as the hundreds of pages of FAQ printouts as reference. I've been busy uninstalling from C:\ and installing new new TBB via new bridges on ironkey usb along with wiping traces of old apps securely with CC cleaner.
It's been a few hours of work but almost finished. Even better than before.
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Be sure you know the SR URL before you do it. I lost it and had to find a friend to help me.
I ALMOST went to http://silkroadvb5piz3r.onion.to . Notice the .to bad bad ju ju there.
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Can I disable Javascripts after I've installed the most recently updated version or Tor? Or can it only be done in the process?
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Thanks a bunch, easy and done in a few moments.
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Great post! Thanks, ChemCat - safety is key.
I know a lot of people are unconcerned because they're buyers not vendors or staff - fact is: If they can't get staff or vendors, they'd happily nab a buyer to make a point.
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When redirected to the TOR site through TOR it says its not safe to download the file, must I go into another browser to download the update?
Thanks
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Hi,
That's the way I did it because it said it needed an unsafe application or something to that effect. I shut tor down, opened my other browser, went to torproject and downloaded it that way. I had heard never to open a download in tor. I wish someone with knowledge would answer this question. I'd like to know also, and If I did it correctly
Tiger
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Thanks, this is very helpful.
Could someone please explain to me in simple (noob) words what happened on Thursday? I would like to know if my Tormail messages (not encrypted) could possibly have been read by an attacker despite having the last version of the TBB installed. Thanks!
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Greetings,
As far as I understand, the dude (his network) that hosts tormail was busted for child porn (good). Unfortunately, that compromised all of tormail. As I understand it, there is now reason to believe that everything in tormail is able to be read by the feds. Anything that was not encrypted is now basically public info for them. Having the latest version of the browser bundle has nothing to do with it. Tormail is a separate entity. That's the way I understand it. Do not use tormail at all, no logins or anything. If anyone can verify or correct any of this information, please jump in and do so, but I think I am correct.
Tiger
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Ok thanks a lot, it's clear for me now. And it sucks.
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Thanks for the info, much appreciated.
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Thank you ! Didn't know I have to do all this. I just did.
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As I've learned recently Bitmessage https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bitmessage is a good alternative to tormail. The biggest advantage is that it's decentralized. Haven't tried it yet, however.
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Hello
I fucked this. I downloaded the bundle, extracted it, didn;t really know what I'm doing, OVERWROTE what was there and now feel stupid as it says 'Don;t overwrite'. So, here's my situation:
Downloaded Tor
Made loads of SR orders over the last month (B40 +)
Today got the bundle, extracted - OVERWROTE. Tor still works but I feel I haven't got the bundle installed. Any help???? I'm not the best computer person, so baby steps please!
Great work everyone, a real revolutionary gesture all this. Peace.
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Hello
I fucked this. I downloaded the bundle, extracted it, didn;t really know what I'm doing, OVERWROTE what was there and now feel stupid as it says 'Don;t overwrite'. So, here's my situation:
Downloaded Tor
Made loads of SR orders over the last month (B40 +)
Today got the bundle, extracted - OVERWROTE. Tor still works but I feel I haven't got the bundle installed. Any help???? I'm not the best computer person, so baby steps please!
Great work everyone, a real revolutionary gesture all this. Peace.
If you're able to post here, you've got it working.
I always extract update to the separate folder, then copy its contents to the tor bundle folder. then choose to replace files. tor and firefox should be closed when you copy. this way all your bookmarks, if you have any, are preserved.
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I extracted to a separate folder but I lost all my bookmarks including SR. That REALLY sucked but I was able to find my way back on. I did have my tor browser open when I extracted though. That is probably why I lost the bookmarks.
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You'll lose the bookmarks anyway because its a new version. Same thing happens whenever you update.
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Everyone should read this.
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Hi,
That's the way I did it because it said it needed an unsafe application or something to that effect. I shut tor down, opened my other browser, went to torproject and downloaded it that way. I had heard never to open a download in tor. I wish someone with knowledge would answer this question. I'd like to know also, and If I did it correctly
Tiger
That's a warning to remind you that some files my start applications that can connect over clearnet. A good example is PDFs with embedded links. The PDF reader will connect to those links over clearnet. That will happen whenever you open unsafe files, whether you download them over Tor or clearnet. It's perfectly safe to download the browser bundle over Tor and extract the archive.
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I've got a good question.......Do you download the updates through TOR, or the normal internet?
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Thanks, ChemCat for the very good post. I would have had to search the settings to find where those important setting are located in the latest Tor browser bundle.
Thanks again.
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Thanks for the information. It is very helpful for a newbie. I completed all of the steps.
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Thanks so much for this. I have researched and read so much after the latest security announcements, and this is by far the easiest and simplest instruction set to follow!!
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+1 ChemCat
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Thanks for the info ChemCat +1
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I think it may also be good to under embeddings, Forbid microsoft silverlight, audio/visual, FRAME, and @font-faced. I don't know what these are but I forbid everything just in case.
Also under noscript options on the advanced tab and then under the HTTPS tab, I changed it to Always Forbid active web content unless it comes from a secure HTTPS connection instead of Never, this is a good idea right?
Also on the Untrusted tab under Advanced noscript options I clicked all the boxes to forbid everything, anybody think this is a good idea or know more about this stuff??
Also under options and content I unclicked enable javascript, and also unclicked Load images automatically, and only click load images automatically if i need to see a captcha or something. It seems more secure, although u could re-click the box when wanting to view some SR product images.
Any thoughts??
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Any advice for those runnung 0.2 Tails with Iceweasel? should they be worried ?
Also curious about this.
And if there is anyway to keep from having to disable java and forbid scribts evertime I start up tails?
Sometimes I log in to SR and forget to do this stuff. How much am I putting at risk by doing so?
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Thank you so much. This was very helpful
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Appreciate the looking out.
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Hi,
i have followed points a and b but dont see the button mentioned in c, Any advice? am running latest version.
Thanks
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Thanks friend, I was being careless. I just updated my Tor and I thought that javascript and the like were disabled by default. I'm glad I found your post, good decision on SR staff too in stickying it.
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very good sire
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Hey, stupid question but i don't find where is the "S"....
you say : B) Now...once you've done that click the S
I'm missing something i guess.
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Any advice on iPhone Tor browsers? Guessing they should be avoided?!
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I missed a few of these 'checks' and 'unchecks' until now ;(
Better late than never (i hope). Thanks, nonetheless, ChemCat. DONE.
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What if we downloaded a plug in before reading this? Is it possible to go back in and delete it? I haven't "done" anything so I'm not worried about that, but I'm wondering if I have messed myself up here. Should I throw my laptop in the bonfire and start over? ;)
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what's up, Fam? :)
I'll say this to you all :P
Just follow these simple Guidelines and you all will be ok and proceed forward with your security Always in mind :)
Be diligent in your research about keeping yourselves secure and safe.
I apologize that i havent been here to answer your questions, but i took a real life job to support myself.
Believe me when i tell you all this....your security and safety meand as much to me as my own.
I'll be back vending soon i hope :)
To my Loyal Customers :) Thank you & i Love ya'll :)
ugh....today i had to fire 2 people for being lazy fucks LOL such is life :P
Anyhow i am gonna go get some dinner and a shower, i hope you all are doin well :)
We are a part of something Very Great here, and there are many old timers that will help ya if ya need it....
Politeness and respect goes a long way with us....remember that ;)
Love, Peace & Hugs to you all 8)
ChemCat
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I always keep my TBB up to date, its my safety, and everyone else's at stake
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Hey could someone answer my question?
What does the S stand for in the step B) ?
B) Now...once you've done that click the S then click "options"
Where is the S???
Thx.
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Thanks for advice.
Directly did it.
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Thanks man, i will remember forever.
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Hey could someone answer my question?
What does the S stand for in the step B) ?
B) Now...once you've done that click the S then click "options"
Where is the S???
Thx.
The S is next to the green onion in the top left of your screen. FYI. Cheers
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S stands for scripts.
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I'll make my first post here and say thanks for the heads up
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Any advice for folks running tor on linux distros that don't use the TBB? I'm running TOR version 0.2.3.25-3 and the package maintainer last updated June 4 2013. I do have javascript turned off in firefox. Not sure about iframe, I'll have to check into that. Thanks!
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+1 chemcat
Everyone do as much research as possible to stay safe. The security section on this forum is very helpful! Lets get it;)
Are there any problems with using wi-fi to do tor browsing?
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I think if you use WPA and a strong keyphrase you'll be okay, but using wifi in general leaves you more open to prying eyes than if you were to use ethernet.
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THANK YOU SO MUCH, i needed this help in disabling java, i apparently hadnt disabled it, may seem simple but you are a big help buddy, +1
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Much appreciated. easy instructions to follow
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Super helpful. Thank you for posting.
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this is informative , ill doit right away
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Thanks for the reminder :)
Hopefully it will just become habit - like looking before crossing the road...
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Done, thanks for the info
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first off all, thank you ChemCat for posting this info, i really appreciate it. secondly this is my first post on the sr forums, so hello to all of you. i have been a member of sr for about a week now and am very excited! so much to choose from ;) , but i believe in doing my homework before buying anything, so i have busy reading as much of the posts on here as possible, a very informative bunch of "druggies" you lot are :)
so my question is regarding ChemCat's post:
C) Once you have done this..then at the Top Left you will see an Orange button with the words "TorBrowser"
Click "Options" then click "Content" Now..therein you will see a box next to "Enable Javascript" UNCHECK that Box. Then Click "Ok"
where exactly is this orange button?
thank you in advance for your reply
peace
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I also did not see an orange button.
But I found the relevant setting under Tools, then Options.
JeanRob
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Top Left Upper corner of your Tor Browser...
Orange rectangle that says "TorBrowser" in white letters ???
Ya'll dont see that?
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the orange buttons only for windows users ;), on tails an others its the Tor onion logo next to the forward an back arrows :)
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Newbies, Listen Up Pease...Ok, Now you all should Know that your Safety is at stake when you become Complacent and don't Update the TBB. (Tor Browser Bundle) I will walk you..step by step to ensure that you've done things correctly once you have installed the latest (newest) version of the Tor Browser Bundle.
A) Always check a couple times per day for new versions of the Tor Browser
Bundle. Also...create a new folder to install it in..**DO NOT INSTALL TO THE SAME FOLDER, DO NOT OVERWRITE THE FILES!**
B) Now...once you've done that click the S then click "options" Therein you will see some tabs in the popup box....click "Embeddings" and check "Forbid Java" "Forbid Adobe Flash" "Forbid other Plugins" "Forbid IFRAME"
Then Click "Ok"
C) Once you have done this..then at the Top Left you will see an Orange button with the words "TorBrowser"
Click "Options" then click "Content" Now..therein you will see a box next to "Enable Javascript" UNCHECK that Box. Then Click "Ok"
The rest....Do Not mess with....this is a relatively simple thing to do....you must do this all before accessing any DarkWeb Site. Point ...Blank & Period....
This is your Safety and Security that you're Dealing with here....TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY!!
I don't mean to sound harsh or an asshole...i believe we're all Family here....and from here on out if you cannot do as told to ensure that your security and safety is not compromised.....well then you don't need to be here....Period....
Hope this helps some of you :)
Peace & Hugs,
ChemCat O0
I didnt get an orange button
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thank you JeanRob, ChemCat and RS7FI8ZRkm, ChemCat there is no orange rectangle that says "TorBrowser" in white letters on my tor browser, i am running win xp if that has anything to do with it. i followed JeanRob's directions and life is good again:) thanks again people
peace
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Newbies, Listen Up Pease...Ok, Now you all should Know that your Safety is at stake when you become Complacent and don't Update the TBB. (Tor Browser Bundle) I will walk you..step by step to ensure that you've done things correctly once you have installed the latest (newest) version of the Tor Browser Bundle.
A) Always check a couple times per day for new versions of the Tor Browser
Bundle. Also...create a new folder to install it in..**DO NOT INSTALL TO THE SAME FOLDER, DO NOT OVERWRITE THE FILES!**
B) Now...once you've done that click the S then click "options" Therein you will see some tabs in the popup box....click "Embeddings" and check "Forbid Java" "Forbid Adobe Flash" "Forbid other Plugins" "Forbid IFRAME"
Then Click "Ok"
C) Once you have done this..then at the Top Left you will see an Orange button with the words "TorBrowser"
Click "Options" then click "Content" Now..therein you will see a box next to "Enable Javascript" UNCHECK that Box. Then Click "Ok"
The rest....Do Not mess with....this is a relatively simple thing to do....you must do this all before accessing any DarkWeb Site. Point ...Blank & Period....
This is your Safety and Security that you're Dealing with here....TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY!!
I don't mean to sound harsh or an asshole...i believe we're all Family here....and from here on out if you cannot do as told to ensure that your security and safety is not compromised.....well then you don't need to be here....Period....
Hope this helps some of you :)
Peace & Hugs,
ChemCat O0
Very good stuff, thanks!
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Thanks for the Good information!
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I'm on an Android device. Browsing with Orweb, thru Orbot.
Market place login just keeps looping back on itself. Haven't accessed my account in a couple of months - might there be something wrong?
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ty much appreciated :)
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Hi,
I did see that someone else asked this question but did not see that it was answered. How does this work if you are running tails? Should I assume that as long as I keep tails up to date, ie making sure to replace .19 with .20, that vidalia and iceweasal sould be up to date? Or do I need to go through extra steps to update these programs?
Thanks,
Mighto Guy
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Just wanted to say thanks for the informative thread!
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Thnx for the info !
Are there more ways to keep my privacy hidden?
I would like to know that.
THNX IN ADVANCE
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Yes, "all i want is truth," I also am using Windows XP, and I also don't know if that is why I don't see an orange rectangle. But the setting is there under Tools, then Options (at least in my TOR browser). And, thanks again, ChemCat, for the info and the great post.
JeanRob
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Many thanks for the good advice.
Just need to research Tails now, for that extra layer of security (nobody ever failed through extra security).
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Been looking everywhere for a straight forward guide like this, thank you sososo much!
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Thanks for the heads up. I have been saving my tor bundle to a locked usb, then delete the old bundle and restore it with a new version every time there is a new version, that way there's nothing on my hard drive. Does that make any sense at all. I'm open to any information to keep myself and the rest of the road safe. Can I make any of these changes to the bundle once it is installed? I'm not a programmer and I never went to M.I.T but I sure like to stay informed.
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Just as an FYI, the latest version of Firefox (23) no longer offers the option to turn of javascript from the preferences menu.
From what I understand, Firefox doesn't feel it's necessary to include an option that less than 2% of users find useful, so they removed the functionality... well, that's not completely true because you can still turn off javascript from the advanced configurations:
type about:config in your address bar. Search for javascript.enable and double click that settings so it reads "false". Now javascript should be disabled. All of you should do this if you installed the latest version of firefox, becuase if you had javascript disabled, downloading the new version enabled it.
Peace!
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Thanks for the info!
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what if i downloaded the newest version in the same folder where the old one was but before unzipping it i didn't cancel the old version but i didn't overwrite it (so i had two zip files), then installed the new version and at the end cancelled the old version should it be OK???
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i have a Q if i use Tails usb should to upgrade TBB or is already upgraded...pls share links/info. cheers
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Thanks for the info. Very good advice for newbies!
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Checking for updates is crucial, almost as crucial as making sure you have Javascript turned off at every point you can, JS is how they just took down Tormail and the like form what I understand.
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Thanks for this all newbies should be directed here before a first transaction imo
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Many thanks for the good advice.
Just need to research Tails now, for that extra layer of security (nobody ever failed through extra security).
Try using a locked flash to store tor on, that way it's not on your computers hard drive just on a disposable flash, know what I'm sayin...
Just some food for thought, if you have any extra food I'm always hungry for safety. We are all on the same road and should always be looking out for one another, at least that's how I see it.
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How exactly do we check for updates?
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How exactly do we check for updates?
the splash page telling you the current IP used will tell you when there is a new update :) otherwise the main Tor project site says.
if you are using Tails it'll give a notification after login :P
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just updated mine today :)
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I like to turn on JavaScript for extra security
/s
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big THANKS to Chemcat and Neplusultra. that command to diable javascript really saved my ass. quick question tho. if i have had Tor for about a week havent bougth anything but bitcoins but done a lot of browsing on SR Atlantis TCF etc. should i be worried? what do you guys think? dont asnwer all at once kmsl
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Updated mine today. Thanks for the info.
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Thank you for the good post, changes made!
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I did part B.) and C.) i did a la "Neplusultra". MY QUESTION IS THIS. i have been surfing the dark web prior to this. havent bought anything tho. have made a safe net email on here tho. so do i need to start ALLL OVER. making a new email and new SR NAME and NEW SR FORUMS NAME and all of that? Can someone please let me know. I want to be safe as possible here and not put any of the other Tor uses at risk by my mistakes also. Also a side question. i found stolen porn passes but cany watch the videos because flash is blcoked. is it safe to use them on my home ISP??? i mean will they kcik my door for using fake porn passes. They worked to get me into the members area while using TOR. but i was gonna get off tor and log on on SAFARI and watch some porn :) wat do u guys think??? whats the safest way to enjoy my stolen passes???
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Ill sweeten the pot. 1st person to answer how i can browse porn on stolen passes safely can have a BANG BROS PASS. i think thats pretty fair. just dont chnage the password as it will make the account holder suspicious. and he will cancel the account. Somebody come with the answer so you can get this pass off me. IT CURRENTLY WORKS AS OF " RIGHT NOW" lol
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Some really good advice here. Changes were made immediately following the post. Hoping that all people within the SR community will take such necessary precautions to keep this sight viable and alive for as along as it can be.
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Subbin for future reference.
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Just saw this, thanks for the heads up.
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ok so i followed the instructions i said above and now i cant use SAFE MAIL. I can click words in blue but when i click compose at the top NOTHING happens. can someone tell me why??? really need to send an email
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Thanks. Great post
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Ill sweeten the pot. 1st person to answer how i can browse porn on stolen passes safely can have a BANG BROS PASS. i think thats pretty fair. just dont chnage the password as it will make the account holder suspicious. and he will cancel the account. Somebody come with the answer so you can get this pass off me. IT CURRENTLY WORKS AS OF " RIGHT NOW" lol
we're Not about that here...there are other forums to get your porn intel from...no offense or discontent or malice meant by what i say....take heed....if what you desire isnt here..then go elsewhere...Point..Blank...& Period..
Peace,
ChemCat
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Useful advice that can be easily overlooked.
Thanks.
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Newbie here thanks a lot for the easy guide here ChemCat just updated tor and decided what better place to start posting thanks again ChemCat!
MM54
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@ MussoM54
Thank You :)
And you're Welcome :)
Be sure to go to the "Newbie PGP Club to better Secure yourselves and take your Safety seriously....
http://dkn255hz262ypmii.onion/index.php?topic=107219.0 <~~~" Newbie PGP Club"
Peace,
ChemCat
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@ChemCat
thanks for the link to the PGP club, got to figure out how to use PGP before i can test it out though (reading up on it right now)
I definitely take my security seriously so I really like the idea of PGP.
Quick question though, when messaging a vendor on SR should I encrypt the message or do I only need to do that when I'm sending sensitive info (like name, address)?
Thanks again
MM54
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@ChemCat
thanks for the link to the PGP club, got to figure out how to use PGP before i can test it out though (reading up on it right now)
I definitely take my security seriously so I really like the idea of PGP.
Quick question though, when messaging a vendor on SR should I encrypt the message or do I only need to do that when I'm sending sensitive info (like name, address)?
Thanks again
MM54
For the most part ...all you'll need to encrypt is your personal info to a Vendor..when placing an order...as far as msg'ng a Vendor ..you shouldnt have to encrypt anything unless you divulge personal info...and even then it is respectable to ask the Vendor if they would mind communicating with PGP
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Thanks again ChemCat huge help
MM54
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No problem :)
I'm not the sharpest tool in the shed...but if i can help ya'll stay safe...well...i'm here if ya need me :)
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Thanks for the guide.
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Thank you! I didn't think to do this before. Hopefully I didn't leave a trace...
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big THANKS to Chemcat and Neplusultra. that command to diable javascript really saved my ass. quick question tho. if i have had Tor for about a week havent bougth anything but bitcoins but done a lot of browsing on SR Atlantis TCF etc. should i be worried? what do you guys think? dont asnwer all at once kmsl
Ahhh Nooooobs. Why do we love them soooo? I like the way the noob girls smell, it's lke tuna! But the boy noobs? Mostly smell like pissed pants but not there is maniacal joy in there too.
Ok, this guy, alexnadriaangel, worried why? Because he was walking around with his dick out? So what, you look stupid for a little while, no? Big Deal. Zip your pants, tuck in the wiener, no problem. Why would you be concerned when everything you have done is heretofore is perfectly legal?
Why? I tell you why. Because you a NAUGHTY BOY. You know you bad or going to do bad, why else you here? Now slap yourself four time. Now four more. Ok, that's enough. Feel better? Good. Do that twice dailry for one month. You feel better and quit pissing pants. Promise.,
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Very appreciated information, thank you so much.
Quick question though, do I need to go back and do this every time I open the TOR browser or is it a 1 time fix kind of thing?
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Thanks for the help. Being a newbie is terrifying
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thank you !!
n ive been using a long time
over a year !
I change n update
but I dont see or how to goto options and getting into the java and other options
im on a mac ?
any help ?
thank u in advance !
march2thabeat on SR
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Didn't even realize what that said on my homepage, and I feel oblivious.
Thank you so much for enlightening me!
:D
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Hi.
I'm using Tor Bundle for linux. Found only unable Java in settings(hope that does the trick)
The other question I have. Can Tor Browser updates automatically? Seen this option in settings, so curious about it.
Thanks
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thanks bro
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Hi.
I'm using Tor Bundle for linux. Found only unable Java in settings(hope that does the trick)
The other question I have. Can Tor Browser updates automatically? Seen this option in settings, so curious about it.
Thanks
Depends on your linux distro, but it most cases, no. On my distro for example, I installed the tor software from the package database, which gets updated (if there's an update available) when I do my weekly system updates.
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Hi.
I'm using Tor Bundle for linux. Found only unable Java in settings(hope that does the trick)
The other question I have. Can Tor Browser updates automatically? Seen this option in settings, so curious about it.
Thanks
Depends on your linux distro, but it most cases, no. On my distro for example, I installed the tor software from the package database, which gets updated (if there's an update available) when I do my weekly system updates.
thanks, gonna try to learn how to install it thru command line then
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Thanks for the information.
Cheers
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Thanks for the info. I had heard you needed to install in a new folder and when I had tried to update the version did not seem to change. I have also left all configuration as default since there is quite a bit of config you can do. I know Java can been embedded with things so makes sense to disable.
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bump to 50
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Thanks for the Info. Still trying to learn about this cool hidden world. Any info is useful.
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I was browsing about a year with scripts enabled. Fuck i should´ve been reading this earlier Thanks a lot hope i don´t have viruses or anything now. I know, noone cares but i have to post at least something to get my 50 posts
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thanks for the update
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Thanks for the post im sure it helped several people
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Hey thanks for this very useful info. Note: if you can't fine the Enable JavaScript check-box; I found it in the menu bar above, click Tools then Options, then Content. Uncheck the Enable JavaScript box......thanks!
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Thanks ChemCat........
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Great help, thanks man.
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Thanks ChemCat for the pointers. I was wonder if you (or anyone) could comment on the level of security I am using?
Currently I am using an anonymous VPN connecting with OpenVPN, this allows for tunneling through the VPN but also OpenVPN uses AES 256bit keys encrypting the data inside the tunnel. After the VPN is connected then I load the Tor browser which gives me my 2nd hop. I do not have any DNS leaks at all. And of course any communications is mainly done using PGP.
Any thoughts? Have I missed anything or could I do something better? Really appreciate any feedback.
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just uptated and followed instructions and worked just great thanks
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Hello to all,
I read this post just now, first of all thanks for the advices ...
I have a question, I installed TOR from more or less a month, but only now I took the precautions previously written ..
Should I uninstall and reinstall the browser for security? start all over again?
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thanks for the advice i will go back & re install the latest version
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Thank you! Very helpful advice for someone new to the .onion.
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Outstanding advice! Safety above all!
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Very awesome! Thank you for sharing this info for us newbies!!
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Thanks - acknowledged and appreciated.
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thank you
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good post. thanks
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Thanks, appreciate the advice.
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where do i check new updates for tor browser bundle? mhm
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** https://torproject.org (Clearnet) **
To check for New Versions of the TBB (Tor browser bundle)
Peace & Hugs 8)
ChemCat
O0
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Hey, guys,
newbie here.
Can you please explain why you said :
**DO NOT INSTALL TO THE SAME FOLDER, DO NOT OVERWRITE THE FILES!**
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This post was really helpful! Keep them coming. Now if you could start a PGP guide with lamens terms and step by step instructions like you did for updating the TOR browser I would be set!
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Hey, guys,
newbie here.
Can you please explain why you said :
**DO NOT INSTALL TO THE SAME FOLDER, DO NOT OVERWRITE THE FILES!**
To answer your question....Quite simply..... to Delete the Tor Browser folder and not just overwrite the old Files within your old Tor Browser folder.....Will ensure that you have a fully updated Version of the Newest Tor Browser...When overwriting Files....sometimes a File or two gets overlooked and...or ...Doesn't get Updated Correctly....
It is much More simple and Efficient to just Delete the whole Tor Browser folder & Install Clean....
Peace & Hugs to ya 8)
ChemCat
O0
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This post was really helpful! Keep them coming. Now if you could start a PGP guide with lamens terms and step by step instructions like you did for updating the TOR browser I would be set!
Newbie PGP Club http://dkn255hz262ypmii.onion/index.php?topic=107219.0
Very Concise Tutorial on PGP ;)
Peace & Hugs,
ChemCat
O0
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Hey, guys,
newbie here.
Can you please explain why you said :
**DO NOT INSTALL TO THE SAME FOLDER, DO NOT OVERWRITE THE FILES!**
To answer your question....Quite simply..... to Delete the Tor Browser folder and not just overwrite the old Files within your old Tor Browser folder.....Will ensure that you have a fully updated Version of the Newest Tor Browser...When overwriting Files....sometimes a File or two gets overlooked and...or ...Doesn't get Updated Correctly....
It is much More simple and Efficient to just Delete the whole Tor Browser folder & Install Clean....
Peace & Hugs to ya 8)
ChemCat
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well, that makes sense, except I cannot delete the old files, since they don't appear in my programs, nor do they appear under C in "program files"
I'm a little bit lost here. Perhaps you can clarify.
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Thank you for keeping us safe but I have an issue and I hope I don't get in trouble
Please don't ban me for lack of knowledge
I don't have a computer at all. I use Onion Browser. I tried to research some additional security features but I just discovered Tor two days ago, this whole experience has been incredible. And I haven't even purchased anything yet. I tried to get riseup but I lack the two friends.
Any suggestions would be vastly appreciated. Just as long as they're not "kill yourself"
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kill yourself
:))
:))
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TY!
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That was very simple. Thanks for the advise
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Thanks ChemCat. Your simple instruction might have just saved hundreds of us from a life behind bars.
I read a few pages of responses and did see other people explaining about "the S", but I figured that I would add another answer to that question.
The "S" is the button directly to the left of the URL bar. Alternatively, one can access the options through the Orange TorBrowser button >
>click "Add-ons" with the blue puzzle piece
>in the new tab that opens click the tab on the left side bar.
>No Script is one of the extensions that comes with the bundle (in this case 2.6.7.1), click "options"
>This produces the pop-up that ChemCat refers to. click the "embeddings" tab and check the boxes that he told you to.
once again great post.
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Thanks for this! Knowledge is power.
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"A) Always check a couple times per day for new versions of the Tor Browser
Bundle. Also...create a new folder to install it in..**DO NOT INSTALL TO THE SAME FOLDER, DO NOT OVERWRITE THE FILES!**"
Just wondering what happens if you install a newer version over an old version? I know not to do this just not sure what the reason is
Thanks
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Is it really bad if you do not update right away? How much easier is it to track you?
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Hello ChemCat
I did step B, under the S! key but fail to see the orange 'TorBrowser' button. I am running Mac OS 10.6.8..
Thanks in advance
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Thanks ChemCat didn't see your post that makes sence ty :)
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thanks, on OS X you can simply go to TorBroswer, about, and click update browser.
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Thanks to Chemcat
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Thanks for the tips! I'm brand new to the community and I'm leaning a lot already. Don't worry, I'm pretty technical I shouldn't have much trouble navigating around here. Keep on sharing!!!
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great tips, i hadn't done any of that before my first purchase but that was a while back before the latest tor update, haven't made any other purchases yet.
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thanx heaps ChemCat!!!! im new on SR and consider myself a dinosaur on the computer so i really appreciate your help and time.. keep up the great work.....
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thanks a lot !
ps how do i properly check new tor browser updates?
noob question but it s killing me...
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thanks a lot !
ps how do i properly check new tor browser updates?
noob question but it s killing me...
Check the Tor website regularly. https://www.torproject.org/download/download-easy.html.en
There isn't an auto-update feature or anything like that. I don't think it's really necessary to check it multiple times per day, but it's definitely a must to do so daily so as to avoid getting caught up because of some new exploit that they just patched.
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Thanks for the advice im gonna update mine now, dont want to get complacent...
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thanks a lot !
ps how do i properly check new tor browser updates?
noob question but it s killing me...
Check the Tor website regularly. https://www.torproject.org/download/download-easy.html.en
There isn't an auto-update feature or anything like that. I don't think it's really necessary to check it multiple times per day, but it's definitely a must to do so daily so as to avoid getting caught up because of some new exploit that they just patched.
many thanks
+1
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is it not safe to use an old version of tor?
what are you putting yourself at risk for?
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if y'all don't mind, i'm just going to quote a question i posted in another thread to see if i can get a quicker answer here...
i just downloaded the latest version of tbb and after exporting my bookmarks in the new browser i went to delete the old version as i obviously don't need the old one anymore. the thing is it wont delete, when i try it i get a dinging sound then a small window opens saying..
Cannot delete libgcc_s_dw2-1.dll:Access is denied.
Make sure the disk is not full or write protected
and that the file is not currently in use.
this never happened when i updated before, the whole tbb deleted easily without any problems.
so i'm kinda worrying if there might be some kind of spy/malware that has got in and is causing this to happen. i know its probably not that but you can never be too careful i guess. here's some screenshots of what happens..
http://torimagesbp2vt3u.onion/i/Xk3a.jpg
its not all the files in the tor folder that won't delete however. when opening the folders and deleting singularly i found it was just vidalia.exe and 6 .dll files in the app folder
http://torimagesbp2vt3u.onion/i/wI7H.jpg
it seems these files have probably somehow got write protected for some reason but i have no idea how. i would still feel better if i could get rid of these files though just to be on the safe side. so does anyone know how i go about deleting write protected files?
thx
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Check your thread about your problem ;)
Peace & Hugs,
ChemCat
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thank you for the guidance old wise one ;D
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Good info. Thanks.
How many wallets do folks usually pass their coin through before sending to their SR account? And how often to you update your SR wallet?
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SR has it's own tumbler but to be on the safe side you could run it through 2 wallets. It's prob best to get a new address for each transaction. That's what I do anyway.
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I always update :)
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thank u for this
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thanks
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Greetings Chem :+)
Java is no more :+!
thanks for the information.
If you ever wanted to learn how to pick a lock...Im you Smith.
The Traveler
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Thanks for checkin our backs man that is need to know info
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Thanks for the headsup mate :), all done!
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I would like just to join the chorus of those thanking you for the very useful infos you are providing and moreover for providing them in a simple and straightforward way,.
So...Thank you! :D
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Cheers, simple & effective
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Greetings Chem
"i believe we're all Family here....and from here on out if you cannot do as told to ensure that your security and safety is not compromised.....well then you don't need to be here....Period...."
Well put.
Thanks again for the advisory.
T.T.
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thanks for the info all steps completed :)
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thanks for the info
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Thank you so much for the tips. Easy and.... done!
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Nice one man!
you helped me out big time,
good to have people around like you that help newbies out
cheers
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mobile with VPN more secure than regular ?
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Great stuff
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Holy Mother&*%$^& Sh&* I have been on here all yesterday and today accessing all sorts of sites, literally trying to purposely access s many dark and deep web sites possible. I'm worried about the implications - can someone please advise? Thanks in advance!
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Great info thanks! Glad to be part of the road
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Thanks for the info! Didn't u had to disable Java, I thought it was disabled from beginning
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I use a private VPN which claims to keep no records and make me anonymous. Use tor obviously... and PGP. Hopefully that's pretty safe!
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thanks for this, much appriciated!
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Should we upgrade to the beta (2.4.17-beta-1)? Or stick with stable builds for now?
How do I check my current build? I just downloaded it a week ago but want to be sure.
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I was poking around after I read this thread and noticed that if you click on the "S", then go to *options*, then go to *appearance* that the *Allow Scripts Globally (dangerous)* box is also checked by default. Isn't the idea NOT to allow scripts? I unchecked it, was that a good or bad thing to do? I mean it tells you that allowing scripts globally is dangerous, yet by default it allows them. Can someone fill me in?
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thanks for that chemcat
your help is much appreciated
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I was poking around after I read this thread and noticed that if you click on the "S", then go to *options*, then go to *appearance* that the *Allow Scripts Globally (dangerous)* box is also checked by default. Isn't the idea NOT to allow scripts? I unchecked it, was that a good or bad thing to do? I mean it tells you that allowing scripts globally is dangerous, yet by default it allows them. Can someone fill me in?
I'm not actually sure... I just went it and unchecked it. When you click the S it does say scripts are disbled globally, so that little box is a mystery, maybe it becomes useful if you don't have the scripts disabled elsewhere....
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I was poking around after I read this thread and noticed that if you click on the "S", then go to *options*, then go to *appearance* that the *Allow Scripts Globally (dangerous)* box is also checked by default. Isn't the idea NOT to allow scripts? I unchecked it, was that a good or bad thing to do? I mean it tells you that allowing scripts globally is dangerous, yet by default it allows them. Can someone fill me in?
I think it literally means the appearance on the toolbar and what options show up.
If you click options and go to general you'll see that the Allow scripts globally is actually unchecked, meaning that scripts are not allowed globally by default.
that's my understanding at least.
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what about theflashing exclamation on tor browser
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I was poking around after I read this thread and noticed that if you click on the "S", then go to *options*, then go to *appearance* that the *Allow Scripts Globally (dangerous)* box is also checked by default. Isn't the idea NOT to allow scripts? I unchecked it, was that a good or bad thing to do? I mean it tells you that allowing scripts globally is dangerous, yet by default it allows them. Can someone fill me in?
I think it literally means the appearance on the toolbar and what options show up.
If you click options and go to general you'll see that the Allow scripts globally is actually unchecked, meaning that scripts are not allowed globally by default.
that's my understanding at least.
Ah-ha! That makes perfect sense. But you know what doesn't, why am I posting here on the newbie board? Just kidding guys. But yeah that's probablt it.
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Informative thread thanks for the heads-up
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good info, thx
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Thanks a lot for ur help :)
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Use TAILS. Check it out at boum dot org.
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Thanks so much for the valuable info. I am totally new to all this and am trying to learn how to play it as safe as possible. I guess it probably also wouldn't hurt to use a different avatar. Curious if anyone knows whether it matters or not using icons that aren't profile pics? Seems like an unnecessary risk, I plan to change it now.
**edit** Just changed my pic to something more generic. But I am still wondering about the risks of using profile pics. Don't they have software that can recognize images, say, from your Facebook page or something if you use it on a site like this?
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Thanks! Good to know!
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hey gnOssos they can read the metadata on photos taken with phones etc UNLESS you remove it ... there are threads in the security section to help with things like this
As for "allowing" scripts ... basically you DONT WANT JAVASCRIPT happening at all ... that said, you wont have access to the emoticons or quick replies if you disable it
I tend to 'allow' pages as necessary ... and then I "revoke all temporary permissions" to reset everything back to default JS blocking ... NS is possibly one of THE BEST security apps around .... together with Avast AV and I do an Anti-malwarebytes scan once a week, or as required
those check boxes designate what functions you can initiate from the NoScript 'S' .... if you leave a box unchecked you wont have access to that function from the page's "S", you would have to go to options to chang
good luck everyone, just be careful and dont rush into anything as it's worth knowing as much as you can about keeping yourself safe ..
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10.0.11
Is this the version I should be using so far????
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Thank you for this info, coming from a very fresh Newbie
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thanks mate
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Hi there,
thanks for your post, very useful information.
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Thanks for the info! Didn't u had to disable Java, I thought it was disabled from beginning
Just like to point out that Java is not same as Javascript and you should not have Java even on clearnet unless you really need it and it's latest update. It is very insecure!
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Thank you, very simple and easy to follow. Is there anything else you would recommend to increase security while using darknet?
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It is worth checking just how identifiable and trackable you are by visiting the Panopticlick website and running their test:
https://panopticlick.eff.org/index.php?
It also has links to other good sources of info as well, give it go and see how unique your computer is ATM ?
Good Luck people:)
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holy shit
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Ive done all the embedding settings but couldnt see this orange button to click options and disable java script. Any help please?
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Great advice, thanks for the heads up
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Hi
first day in school so trying really really hard not to screw up and embarress myself in front of the big kids but any help with what you posted with regards to mac?
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This is very helpful info! thanks a a lot!!
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Thanks alot for this info! I only had java disabled but not javascript :0
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Really useful, thanks a bunch!
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Should I have cookies disabled?
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i like money
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Thanks, lovely post!
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awesome post thanks
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Thanks
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Ive done all the embedding settings but couldnt see this orange button to click options and disable java script. Any help please?
It's the top left of the screen. Says TorBrowser with an arrow pointing down next to it. I would call it a tab rather than a button.
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Remember to disable all scripts globally. The feds are on to us and are actively injecting malicious code into pages.
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Good solid information, thanks heaps!
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Great Info thanks
remember kids safety first lol
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Ive done all the embedding settings but couldnt see this orange button to click options and disable java script. Any help please?
It's the top left of the screen. Says TorBrowser with an arrow pointing down next to it. I would call it a tab rather than a button.
That isn't there on Mac OSX. Anyone else know how to disable Javascript on a Mac?
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I ran into some problems updating my browser. I did not delete the previous installation and it gave me issues. It wouldn't connect to tor then when I got it connected it would not connect to SR, kept saying my proxy settings were messed up.
So anyway I deleted everything tor related, which I had to open task manager(in windows ctrl-shift esc) and had to kill a couple of processes in there, vadalia and tor.exe i believe before I could delete it all. Once I had it all deleted I redownloaded it and was able to run it just fine.
Just a heads up for anyone who runs into this issue, though if you have the issue you won't be able to get on here to find out how to find it :-D
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Thanks for the good advice!
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Very good advice, I've just changed over to tails, which I'd highly recommend.
Thanks morphing
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Thanks :)
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These forums are to be considered No Longer safe...Please exit and secure yourselves.
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Spamming for 50 to break out of the newbie section