I'm looking to switch from Windows to Linux because of increasing government censorship in my country. Recent changes in law are threatening user privacy and forcing service providers to disclose personal information. I've been using TOR, but I think it's time to fully migrate away from Windows, a system I've relied on for 30 years. I'm not very familiar with Linux and need recommendations for a user-friendly distribution that is secure enough for my needs. Here's a bit about my computer: it's equipped with a Ryzen 5 5600X CPU, a Radeon RX 6600 GPU, and 16GB of RAM. I connect to the internet through an external USB Wi-Fi adapter from TP-Link. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
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Qubes OS is another strong contender. It uses virtualization to separate your applications, making it very secure, but keep in mind it has a steeper learning curve. You have the hardware to support it, so if you're willing to invest time in learning, it’s a great choice.
Have you checked out Tails OS? It's a Linux distribution designed specifically for privacy, featuring Tor integration right out of the box. You can run it from a USB stick, so nothing gets left behind on your machine, which might be ideal given your concerns about tracking.
Absolutely, just remember to over-provision your RAM. Qubes uses a lot of virtualization, so you'll want plenty of memory available.