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Leave no trace on the computer

<i class="metaphor">Like a tent, you can carry Tails with you and use it anywhere.</i>

Your secure computer anywhere

To use Tails, shut down the computer and start on your Tails USB stick instead of starting on Windows, macOS, or Linux.

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[[!meta title="Connecting to a local network"]]

Connecting to a local network

You can connect to a local network using a wired, Wi-Fi, or mobile data connection:

Open the system menu in the top-right corner.

If a wired connection is detected, Tails automatically connects to the network.

After you connect to a local network, the *Tor Connection* assistant appears to help you [[connect to the Tor network|tor]].

Saving your network settings

To learn how to start Tails, refer to our installation instructions on:

<span class="hero-tails">Tails</span>

is a portable operating system

that protects against

surveillance and censorship.

Avoid surveillance, censorship, advertising, and viruses

Tails uses the Tor network to protect your privacy online and help you avoid censorship. Enjoy the Internet like it should be.