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Antivirus vendors await first Linux worm

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Although some Linux antivirus software is now available, vendors are waiting for a major attack before pushing their wares.

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sbergman27 ·
Antivirus software is not a solution. It is nothing more than a big ugly bandaid. Linux is certainly not immune to security violations, but I hardly see the AV makers gaining much traction. System security is just not as easy as installing an AV package. The AV companies may have a very long wait ahead of them. Also, if ever there is a real virus outbreak, expect it to be hyped up far beyond appropriate levels.

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