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Originally Posted by essexboyracer
use linux.
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That's a bold, and quite frankly reckless statement to make... Sure Linux has better file permissions and security which means that viruses (virii?) are very thin on the ground and can normally do little damage but seeing as most people on this forum will be using Windoze and their software is designed for MS environments then just "using Linux" isn't the answer...
There is also a mis-conception that Linux is bullet proof - it isn't
Common sense, good anti-virus software and a basic knowledge of the net and the dangers are good enough for most people. I have always said (and been slated for it) that all pc users should have to pass a basic test before being allowed to use / own a pc - this should be a few hours course on downloading crap, phishing emails and basic security
