Ten Tips for Securing Linux Desktops

Written By
JW
Jack Wallen
Jul 6, 2008

“Out of the box, a Linux desktop is far more secure than most
others.

“However, this level of security is not necessarily attained
through typical security-focused software or techniques. Sometimes,
the easiest means to security are those that are the easiest to
forget.

“You might find these suggestions to be pure common sense, but
maybe you’ll see a means of security you never thought of before.
If you’re a new Linux user, these tips are a great place to start
to ensure that your Linux experience is a good one…”


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