LinuxInsider: Linux vs. Vista: How Does Security Stack Up?

Written By
JMG
Jack M. Germain
Feb 13, 2007

“As the five versions of Microsoft Windows’ new Vista operating
system sit on store shelves, current Windows users are taking their
time deciding if they will upgrade from Windows XP or buy new
computers with Vista installed. The push for buying Windows Vista
follows an epidemic of computer viruses, spyware and adware
intrusions and carries the promise of a more secure computing
environment.

“However, some computer security experts contend that Windows
Vista offers little to make computing more secure. They suggest
that rather than wait for a half-baked new Windows operating
system, consumer and enterprise users would have far better
security with Linux…”


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Jack M. Germain

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