Thread by @iAnonymous3000

Things to do after installing the @pop_os_official as your primary OS -

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@system76

#Linux #popos

Learn the basics

support.system76.com/articles/pop-b…

Update EVERYTHING

Settings -> Firmware
Update Firmware
support.system76.com/articles/syste…

Go to the terminal and use commands -

sudo apt update

sudo apt upgrade

You can also update ur stuff from Pop!_shop

Enable the firewall (search for gufw)

Check for open ports -

Identifying open connections to the internet is a critical mission. Use the following command to spot any hidden open ports:

netstat -antp

Setup your VPN

Recommended: @ProtonVPN, @mullvadnet, @ivpnnet, @MozillaVpn

Make sure to download their Linux client. In my case - it's Proton VPN.

support.system76.com/articles/use-v…

Download your secure messengers from Pop!_shop

My tools: @signalapp, @session_app, @element_hq

A good resource for comparison:
securemessagingapps.com

Change the default apps as per your preference -

My toolbox default:

Browser: @brave
Email Client: @mozthunderbird
Music, Video: VLC Media Player

Password manager - Get it from Pop!_shop.
I use the @Bitwarden premium plan to store all my passwords. This helps me generate different passwords for different accounts. It also helps me to use it as a TOPT authenticator.

bitwarden.com/products/perso…

Make sure you regularly update OS Recovery and change the settings of System and Application Settings as shown in the pic.

Secure your laptop using @Yubico

support.system76.com/articles/yubik…

Join the Pop!_OS chat

Meet other folks who are interested in Pop!_OS. They will also help you like any other Linux community if you face any issues.

chat.pop-os.org

Get the Mattermost app from Pop!_shop

Great Linux hardening guide by @henryistakentoo @techloreistaken

odysee.com/@techlore:3/th…

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