GNUnet is a free framework for secure and anonymous peer-to-peer networking that does not use centralized or otherwise familiar services. A first implementation, which is based on the network layer, allows anonymous, censorship-resistant file sharing. GNUnet uses a simple, surplus-based model to provide resources. Participants in the GNUnet network monitor the behavior of others with regard to … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2024
Types of the Deep Web
The Deep Web refers to the part of the World Wide Web that cannot be found when searching via normal search engines. In contrast to the deep web, the web pages accessible via search engines are called clear web, visible web, or surface web. The Deep Web consists largely of topic-specific databases and websites. In summary, this is content that is not freely accessible and/or content that is not … [Read more...]
How Onion Routing Works
Onion routing is a technique for achieving anonymity on the Internet. Here, the web content is routed over constantly changing routes of several mixes, which are also called nodes in this context. These are each a kind of encrypting proxy server. As a result, the true identity of the person requesting the data remains anonymous to the web server on the other side, and not even the operators of the … [Read more...]
Effects of Anonymized Internet Use
In our previous article, we have discussed Techniques for Identifying Users on the Web. The IP address allows for the lowest level of identification. It identifies every participant on the Internet, usually individual computers. Identification is done via the IANA entry for the Internet access provider and this can be used to identify the Internet connection owner with the IP address you are … [Read more...]
Techniques for Identifying Users on the Web
Anonymity sought by users on the Internet is limited by the transmission of the IP address during communication. Various forms of user tracking also make anonymous use more difficult. In addition, careless behavior by users leaves traces on the Internet. The greatest possible anonymity vis-à-vis most operators of services on the Internet can only be achieved with special knowledge, considerable … [Read more...]
Data Avoidance and Data Minimization
Data avoidance and data minimization is a concept in the field of data protection. The basic idea is that only as much personal data is collected during data processing as is absolutely necessary for the respective application. The concept of data avoidance and data minimization is closely related to the traditional data protection principle that only those personal data may be processed that are … [Read more...]
What is Software Agent
A software agent (also known as an agent or softbot) is a computer program that is capable of certain independent and self-dynamic (autonomous) behavior. This means that, depending on different states (status), a certain processing operation takes place without any further start signal being given from the outside or an external control intervention during the process. Artificial intelligence … [Read more...]
Usernames on the Internet: Legal Implications
A username or user ID is a name that a user can use to log on to a computer, website, or program. On the Internet, in conjunction with a secure password, it is usually used to log in to a user account and requires prior registration. In the case of services without a fixed user account, e.g. Internet Relay Chat, the nickname may be the same as the username. With the many online services, the … [Read more...]
What is Zero Knowledge Proof
A zero-knowledge proof can prove with a high degree of probability that one knows a secret without betraying the secret. This detection usually happens according to a question-and-answer protocol and has many applications in cryptography. One party tries to prove, the other party verifies. The verifier convinces the verifier with a certain probability that he knows a secret without disclosing … [Read more...]
Ubuntu 22.04 php.ini Optimization (Apache)
If you have followed our previous guides, such as How to Install Apache and PHP on Ubuntu 22.04 Server, then you need to follow this guide for optimum performance of the web server. If you are running a WordPress website or web app with PHP, you may have faced performance problems. Fortunately, these tweaks can make your website fast running. Which php.ini to Tweak? Install … [Read more...]