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    parsa 1385 commented  · 

    Concept: Proton OS — A Privacy-First Linux-Based Operating System

    I know the idea of Proton making a Linux distro might sound unoriginal or “old news” to some, but creating a distro from scratch is a huge undertaking and would be much harder than building on top of a solid Linux foundation. With Proton’s expertise and ecosystem, a Linux-based Proton OS could still be a powerful and practical solution.

    Core components:

    Linux Kernel: Reliable and secure foundation with open-source transparency.

    GNOME Desktop Environment: Clean, modern, user-friendly UI aligned with Proton’s design ethos.

    Open-Source Drivers: Use AMD open-source drivers and others to ensure auditability and hardware compatibility.

    File Management: Integrate Nemo or a similar open-source file manager with built-in encryption and privacy features.

    System Libraries & APIs: Leverage widely used open-source libraries like GLib, GTK, OpenSSL/libsodium for security and app development.

    Software Management: Use GNOME Software Manager for secure package installation and updates with cryptographic verification.

    Security Layer: Built-in Proton-developed mandatory access controls, sandboxing, and seamless disk encryption.

    Networking Stack: Deep integration of Proton VPN for secure, always-on privacy.

    System Utilities: Bundle Proton Mail, Calendar, Drive, and other Proton services as core apps to provide a cohesive, privacy-first experience.

    Key features:

    End-to-end encryption everywhere, by default.

    Zero telemetry and no data sharing without explicit user consent.

    Fully open-source components to ensure transparency and trust.

    User-friendly privacy controls suitable for all users, not just experts.

    Resistance to hardware backdoors and support for trusted hardware modules.

    Strong app sandboxing and ability to run only verified software.

    This would be a powerful, practical OS for users who want privacy without sacrificing usability. I’d love to see Proton explore this path — it could be a game-changer in the privacy space.

    Thanks for all you do!

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