OTF | Qubes OS

Qubes OS is a security-focused free and open source operating system that tries to secure typical workflows through controlled interaction and minimize the attack surface for adversaries as much as possible through compartmentalization.

Current project status

Just an idea (Pre-alpha)

It exists! (Alpha/Beta)

It's basically done (Release)

People use it (Production)

Funding to date

2014 $160,000 12 months

2016 $410,000 12 months

Total Funding: $570,000

Addressed problems

Repressive surveillance or monitoring of communication
Restrictive Internet filtering by technical methods (IP blocking, DNS filtering, TCP RST, DPI, etc.)
Technical attacks against government critics, journalists, and/or human rights organizations (Cyberattacks)

Objective(s)

Software or hardware development
Testing
Research
Deploying technology
Technology development

Beneficiaries

Technologists
Sexual minorities
General public
Women
Youth
Ethnic minorities
Activists
Journalists
Advocacy groups/NGOs

Region(s)

Global

Technology attributes

Anonymity
Networking
Other
User interface/experience

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