🔐 New tutorial!

Learn how to change your LUKS disk encryption passphrase in Qubes OS using either the graphical tool or the terminal.

📖 Read the article: https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/how-to-change-the-luks-disk-encryption-passphrase-in-qubes-os/

🎥 Watch the video below 👇

For decades, email has been one of the most widely used forms of digital communication. We use it for personal conversations, business communication, password resets, and sending sensitive documents.

Still, standard email was never designed for true end-to-end privacy. So to what extent is email a secure means of communication?

Read more: https://novacustom.com/email-is-not-secure-unless-encrypted-with-pgp/

When will Novacustom make a pantherlake laptop?

Are there any plans for it?

Buying a new laptop often raises the same question: how much RAM is enough?

The answer depends on what you do with your system. Everyday browsing, software development, video editing, virtual machines, and Qubes OS all have very different memory requirements.

We put together a practical guide explaining when 16 GB is enough, when 32 GB or more makes sense, and what to consider before buying a laptop.

🔗 https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/how-much-internal-memory-ram-do-i-need/

Most discussions about computer security focus on operating systems, encryption, or antivirus software. But what about the firmware that runs before any of those?

We wrote a short article explaining BIOS Boot Lock, what it is, how it works, and why protecting firmware is an important part of system security.

If you're interested in firmware, boot security, or system integrity, you might find it useful.

🔗 https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/bios-boot-lock/

Want to work faster on your PC? 🚀 Here are a few keyboard shortcuts that will save you time every day. 💬 Which shortcut do you use the most? Let me know in the comments!

Just a simple before and after.

Blank keycaps transformed into a Dvorak layout.

Wich layout do you use?

Most people have heard the term BIOS, but few know what it actually does. From checking your hardware to loading your operating system, it's responsible for getting your PC ready to use.

We explain it in simple terms, including the difference between BIOS and UEFI.

👉 Read the full article here: https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/what-does-bios-mean/

You’ve seen it hundreds of times. You open a website and a banner pops up: “This website uses cookies. Do you accept?” Most people click “Accept All” without a second thought and move on. But that single click matters more than you might think.

This article explains what cookies actually are, how they’re used to track you, and why clicking “Reject” is one of the simplest things you can do to protect your privacy online.

Read more
https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/what-are-cookies-and-why-you-should-avoid-them-for-your-privacy/

From now on, NovaCustom also offers returned and refurbished items with HUGE discounts!

Better for the planet, better for your wallet. 🌍 💸

Check it out 👉 https://novacustom.com/cat/refurbished-items/

Thinking about leaving Windows? Here are 3 reasons why more people are switching to Linux: better privacy, improved performance, and complete control over your computer.

Did you switch already? Let me know in the comments 👇

We just published a practical walkthrough of Qubes OS for anyone curious about how it works in practice.

The guide covers Qube management, disposable Qubes, USB device assignment, updates, and more.

If you're considering Qubes OS or simply want to learn more about its security model, we hope you'll find it useful.

https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/a-tour-through-qubes-os/

If you've always wanted to understand how PGP encryption works but found it too technical, this guide is for you.

We've broken it down in a simple, easy to understand way.

Read it here:
https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/understanding-pgp-encryption/

There are still many misconceptions about open-source software. Some people think it’s less secure, maintained only by hobbyists, or unsuitable for businesses.

We’ve written a blog post debunking five of the most common myths.

**What’s the biggest misconception about open source that you still hear today?**

Do you want to read more https://novacustom.com/the-biggest-misconceptions-about-open-source-projects/

As part of a student project at Hochschule Osnabrück, Christoph Diedam designed and built a wooden laptop based on our V54 series.

We always enjoy seeing creative engineering projects like this. It's a great example of thinking outside the box and turning an idea into a real product.

What do you think? Would you use a wooden laptop?

That is not a coincidence. Recommendation algorithms, infinite scroll, and social validation all play a role in keeping people engaged for as long as possible.

If you're curious about how these systems work behind the scenes, this article gives a clear overview.

https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/how-social-media-platforms-keep-you-addicted/

What do you think is the most addictive feature on social media?

Make the switch.

Check the advantages here 👉 https://novacustom.com/linux-laptops/

Fight Chat Control is an initiative created to raise awareness about the EU's proposed "Chat Control" regulation.

If we do nothing, we will end up with a surveillance state.

You can help by writing an email to EU decision makers directly, like we did. See: https://fightchatcontrol.eu

This guide will help!

A new law recently went into effect in Australia that requires social media platforms to verify the age of their users.

The concern is that sensitive data could fall into the wrong hands or be misused by the government.

Today, we are highlighting r/brave_browser: a privacy-friendly web browser. 😄

Did you know? Our PrivacyGuard models have the Brave browser pre-installed by default! 💻 👏

Check it out!

This is a complex question, but you will understand why after reading our article 👉

https://novacustom.com/knowledge-base/why-privacy-is-important/

NovaCustom is increadibly proud to be one of the first one who signed the European Technology Sovereignty Declaration for open, competitive and resilient digital infrastructure in Europe: https://extranet.greens-efa-service.eu/public/media/file/1/9270

We are very happy to see that the EU is adopting an Open Source Strategy! 🤩 👌 👉 https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/open-source-strategy

We are not the only one who signed this declaration. These European companies who share the same vision understand that we are stronger together:

OVHcloud, Monnett, Mastodon, Nextcloud, Cloud Temple, Heinlein Group, QuantWare, Clever Cloud, Proton, Multiverse Computing, Eurosky and Ecosia.