The Tor Project, a non-profit organization, created Tor.
The Tor Project
The Tor Project was founded in 2006 by a group of researchers at the United States Naval Research Laboratory. The project's goal was to develop a system that would protect users' privacy and anonymity online.
Tor's Development
The Tor network is built on the concept of "onion routing," which was originally developed by the United States Naval Research Laboratory in the early 1990s. The Tor Project's team improved upon this concept and developed a free and open-source software that anyone can use.
The Tor Project's Mission
The Tor Project's mission is to "empower people to defend their privacy and freedom online." The organization believes that everyone has the right to communicate privately and securely, regardless of their location or circumstances.
Tor's Impact
Tor has become a widely used tool for protecting privacy and anonymity online. It is used by journalists, activists, and individuals who want to protect their online activities from surveillance.
Key Figures Involved
- Roger Dingledine: One of the founders and current Executive Director of The Tor Project.
- Nick Mathewson: A co-founder and former Executive Director of The Tor Project.
- David Goldschlag: A co-founder and former researcher at The Tor Project.
