Security programs

[Worp8d]

Hey... I was wondering if anyone can give me an idea of what programs I need for basic home computer security with Kubuntu? I mean, in Windows I would have Adaware, a virus scanner and a basic firewall. What are the equivalents here?

Thanks

[arochester]

Re: Security programs

On a standalone computer you should not need an antivirus.

Automatix2 can install "KDE Security Suite" which is ClamAV Antivirus and Guarddog Firewall. My wireless router has a hardware firewall and I have always left it at that. An oft mentioned firewall is Firestarter.

AVG (Grisoft) have a Linux version too.

You should not need Spyware or similar.

For a fairly simple guide see "Why Linux is better" at http://www.whylinuxisbetter.net/

[javierrivera]

Re: Security programs

Hey... I was wondering if anyone can give me an idea of what programs I need for basic home computer security with Kubuntu?

Yes. Keep the system updated. That's all.

Javier.

[Worp8d]

Re: Security programs

Linux rocks. Cheers guys,

[penguin.ch]

Re: Security programs

Just in case: How to run Windoze viruses under Linx (with WINE)