does a linux operating system need antivirus?
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for now it doesn't need unless for some mail servers or something like that
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AVG This is free to home users, needs a licence if used commercially.\n\nreally good backup \nbrilliant anti-virus.\nNorton slows up most comps because it is too efficient and stops good scripts which stops the installation of some legitimate programs
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you can download and use AVG... but then you should spend a little bit of money and get ZoneAlarm Security Suite.. it is GREAT!!\n\nAVG will not stop you from getting a new virus.. only detect one when you run it... ZA will stop them
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One thing that people neglect to do before running a virus scan on already infected system is to switch off their "system restore" or else the virus remains continuously in back up.\nYou right click on "My Computer" click properties. click on the stytem restotre tab then check "Turn off System Restore on all drives and apply. Then run your virus scan again.\n\nHere's some other advice that should be handy not just for you but for everyone.\n\nFirst of all, one of the easiest wey to stop online attacks is, STOP USING INTERNET EXPLORER. Ever noticed that add ons can be attached to that particular browser only. As well it uses ActiveX controls, whether you need it not. which allows your computer to be identified. Both Netscape and the latest versin of Firefox gives you the option to use ActiveX when it's actually needed.\nSecondly, I would not recommend AVG to anyone. It's crappy and useless. I know from having to deal with repairs on infected systems that ran AVG. I would recommend AntiVir Personal edition, whic 100% free, updates and all. http://www.free-av.com.\nThis is what Linux users use when compelled to run Windows.\nThe recommendation to use Spybot, I totally agree with, it is the only Spyware/Adware program that identifies and removes Trojans.\nFinally it appears that you are not running a firewall for something like this to have happened. Windows firewall if running on your system is quite effective. You need to ensure that it's on. If you are using a system that doesn't, I personally recommend the stand alone Firewall from Symantec, Norton Personal Firewall 2005. The 2005 edition includes an ad blocking software that is not in 2006 that would prevent you from clicking on things that you shouldn't.
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AntiVirus alone is not enough.  While the bigger companies, McAfee and Symantec, are building out a total package, they've gotten pretty pricey for total coverage.  Check out the combination and process documented at http://securitytango.com/   The author is a member of the team from one of the longest running computer advice shows out there on talk radio.
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I have never bothered much about security. Get hold of a good firewall and an antivirus, as well as a spyware scanner and you don't need to bother much.\n\nI have rarely been affected by virii, spyware or the likes. It is all about knowing what to do and what not to.\n\nRegarding in comparison to Linux, Windows definitely is more user friendly. Linux is more a geek system. Unless it has already been fully setup a n00b won't be able to work on it.\n\nSo regarding the question, I don't think Windows is a sinking ship. It is going to hold this market for a long long time I am sure.
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theres no software used as such- you can create virses in any programming language so long as you have a sound understanding of the operating system or browser. antivirus software works by looking for a specific signature code of a virus.
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Please visit http://www.housecall.trendmicro.com and select 'Full System Scan'. SInce Antivirus software requires continous updating, I always use this FREE online system scan. It has been effective in removing 78 viruses from my computer so far. Hope you like it, don't hesitate in mailing me any other questions at asad_khawer@yahoo.com
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delete and make sure you run a virus protecion software
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Yes, unless you have a good antivirus program installed.\nHere you have some free antivirus programs:\nhttp://askcomputerexpert.ws43.com/download/
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If you remove your computer from having any type of network connection (this means no internet.. no email.. no yahoo ask) and never put any discs in the disc drives, then you should be fine if you want to remove your antivirus programs.  If you want to continue using your computer in the way you are currently, then you would be wise to keep at least one antivirus program running and with up to date virus definitions.
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.\nNot sure whether a antivirus like you ask is present or not.\n\nBut my advice is just install a good antivirus coz it ll catch the virus whenever it try to get into ur system.\n\nPREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE.\n\n**********\nVasu M\n*********
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You don't want to have it stop blocking attacks. If you do, you'll compromise your system. Avast is there for a reason. Use it.
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Here you have some information:\nhttp://askcomputerexpert.ws43.com/security/\nAnd here you have some good and free antivirus programs:\nhttp://askcomputerexpert.ws43.com/download/
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go download a free antivirus\ntry freedownloads.com \nput your search criteria as 'anti virus'\nthere is a good free one named AV antivirus
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you can't (legally, at least)\n\nHere is some good, free antivirus software:\n\nwww.grisoft.com
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Of the products on the market today for straight antivirus protection, I'd have to go with PC World's recommendation, BitDefender.\n\nhttp://www.pcworld.com/reviews/article/0,aid,124475,00.asp\n\nThat, in combination with good antispyware, a firewall, and protection against registry alterations and rootkits, will provide your PC with layers of effective defense, as opposed to using a single product that, if compromised, would leave your PC defenseless.