Quote by Donald Knuth

I currently use Ubuntu Linux, on a standalone laptop - it has no Internet connection. I occasionally carry flash memory drives between this machine and the Macs that I use for network surfing and graphics but I trust my family jewels only to Linux.

I currently use Ubuntu Linux, on a standalone laptop - it ha

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their trust in using Ubuntu Linux as their operating system for tasks that involve sensitive information (referred to as "family jewels"). They emphasize the security and reliability of Ubuntu by using it on a standalone laptop that is not connected to the internet, highlighting their confidence in its ability to protect their valuable data. The mention of occasionally using flash drives to transfer files between Linux and Mac machines suggests that they prioritize using Linux for important tasks, while relying on other systems for internet browsing and graphics purposes.

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