The Tails Project has released Tails 7.15, updating its privacy-focused, Debian-based OS with Tor Browser 15.0.25 and Tor client 0.4.9.14.
The release also packs updated firmware for newer graphics and Wi-Fi hardware, supporting automatic upgrades for existing users.
The most significant change in the new version is the integration of the Tor browser in version 15.0.25, which is the system's main tool for anonymous web browsing. At the same time, the software that manages the connection through the Tor network has been updated to version 0.4.9.14.
The update also brings updated software packages for the internal components of the computers. According to the developers, support for newer hardware is improved, mainly for graphics cards and Wi-Fi wireless networking devices.
How to upgrade
Users already using version 7.0 or later can automatically upgrade to version 7.15, keeping their personal data saved. If the automatic process fails or the computer does not start, the creators recommend installing the new version manually.
Those who choose to install the system from scratch on an existing USB flash drive should be aware that the process will erase any stored data already on the device.
Tails 7.15 is available for new users as a special image file for USB flash drives, as well as in a format suitable for DVD discs and virtual machines.
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Release notes are most useful when paired with a safe update path. I would add a short checklist for verifying the installed version and preserving any persistent-storage backup before upgrading, then link to the official release verification instructions. That helps users distinguish an ordinary automatic update from a recovery scenario.