text: how do i surf the web so that no one knew i did??? how do i surf the web so that no one knew i did??? get a bootable cd based linux distibution (mandrake move for example).  make sure the pc you want to use is configured in the bios to boot from cd before booting from the hard drive.  pop in the cd and boot linux.  most bootable distos will offer a web browser and automagically detect your web connection.  fire up the browser and use as normal.  when you're finished shut down and remove the cd - no history!