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Cryptoparty Chicago
Where: Multikulti 1000 N. Milwaukee, 4th floor
When: Saturday, August 10, 2013 from 3-6pm
We'll gather to discuss how to communicate more securely in an age of wide-spread government surveillance. The US government is gathering a massive amount of data of every US citizen, from cellphone locations, to Skype, to info posted on Facebook.
Our goal is to spread practical knowledge and create a culture that respects the privacy of individuals. On Saturday August 10th, we will meet at MultiKulti
What to Bring: Your laptop (Mac, Windows, or Linux OS) and your cell phone. An external hard drive if you have one.
What You'll Get :
- More secure messaging for phones and computers, such jabber accounts, encrypted email, and encrypted voice calling
- Creating secure, encrypted folders on all operating systems
- Installing the TOR browser, which helps hide your identity online
- Using BitTorrent and other file sharing systems safely and securely
- Using best practices, like changing passwords frequently, and data backup
Link for those that use facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/177961845714897/