Topic: what OS to use? - page 2. (Read 1786 times)
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I use OSX, and I feel it's pretty secure. I backup my wallets in a strong TruCrypt container, and make sure not to leave them lying around when I'm not using them.
I've also used OSX to mine (natively), and I never ran into any security issues. The only access that I allow in is through SSH, and that is protected using keys.
I suppose if you were really paranoid, you could run Linux within a Virtual Image (in like parallels), then keep the image in an encrypted container. It'd probably be pretty tedious getting access if you wanted to spend any coins though.
I've also used OSX to mine (natively), and I never ran into any security issues. The only access that I allow in is through SSH, and that is protected using keys.
I suppose if you were really paranoid, you could run Linux within a Virtual Image (in like parallels), then keep the image in an encrypted container. It'd probably be pretty tedious getting access if you wanted to spend any coins though.
It's definitely doable. Check out https://help.ubuntu.com/community/How%20to%20install%20Ubuntu%20on%20MacBook%20using%20USB%20Stick
i have a mac. is there anyone out there that uses linux on your mac instead of os x? i want my computer to be as secure as possible, and i am willing to spend the time to learn. can someone point me in the right direction please?
I use a mac and love it, why you want to switch to linux? Mac is pretty secure, and get true crypt and learn to love it!
i have a mac. is there anyone out there that uses linux on your mac instead of os x? i want my computer to be as secure as possible, and i am willing to spend the time to learn. can someone point me in the right direction please?
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