| Tutorial reveals desktop Linux security tips |
Nov. 26, 2008
IBM DeveloperWorks has published an introductory-level tutorial on "hardening" the Linux desktop against malware attacks and illegal access. Security expert Jeffrey Orloff offers tips on antivirus software, backup-restore, and firewalls, in a tutorial that lasts over two hours, and requires registration.
Linux is rightly considered to be far more secure against malware attacks than Windows, yet the Linux desktop still needs protection, writes Orloff in "Hardening the Linux desktop." Orloff, who is director of IT/Security at SafeWave, LLC, provides strategies and advice on how to best secure a GNU/Linux desktop. Topics are said to include:- Installing and configuring antivirus software
- Configuring a firewall
- Backing up and recovering files
- Installing updates for Linux and other software
- Password-protecting the bootloader
Although aimed at beginners, the tutorial assumes a basic understanding of GNU/Linux, as well as experience downloading and installing software. The tutorial requires that GNU/Linux is installed on the user's computer, or else is running as a virtual environment with root access. Live CD versions are not recommended.
The examples use Ubuntu GNU/Linux. An active Internet connection is needed to download software.
Availability
The tutorial, "Hardening the Linux desktop," by Jeffrey Orloff, is available with registration at IBM DeveloperWorks. More information may be found here.
-- Eric Brown
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