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Kicksecure is software designed to preserve security online. It can be installed on computer hardware. It is an operating system.

To learn more about the design and intended user groups, refer to the Overview and About.

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To protect a user's security on the Internet numerous security mechanisms are deployed. See also Overview and About.

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Kicksecure realistically addresses common attack vectors.

Kicksecure deploys numerous security mechanisms to mitigate such attacks.

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Kicksecure protects you from viruses.

Kicksecure is a complete operating system (OS). A web browser, office suite, and more come pre-configured with security in mind.

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Kicksecure is being developed by an independent team of contributors committed to computer security.

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