If I don't use any Anti-Virus is there any problem ? To keep my data safe what should I do ?
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I thought that there was no need to scan for viruses either in Ubuntu or any Linux distros until I found virus scanner packages clamtk and klamav in Ubuntu software center yesterday.  This leads to the following questions:   How do viruses differ between Linux and Windows? How do the strategies for protection differ between Linux and Windows? Should a virus scanner package be installed on my system? If so, which would be a better option?
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Is it possible for my Linux box to become infected with a malware?  I haven't heard of it happening to anyone I know, and I've heard quite a few times that it isn't possible. Is that true?  If so, what's up with Linux Anti-Virus (security) software?
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I'm downloading an  file via a torrent, but my anti-virus detects something. Is it possible that the AVI file contains a virus?  It is quite weird since the torrent has many positive reviews.
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I had a bit of problems in the recent months with the data I have on my External hard disk. I have large content in each folder.   If you think about it, it takes only two keys to delete a folder - del and enter. Is there anyway to protect files from accidental deletion?
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What antivirus programs are available for Ubuntu?  We previously used Symantec Endpoint Protection but it does not work in Ubuntu.
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I have data and files on my system, running Windows, and want to make sure that I don't lose all the data or information when it gets toasted, either by a power surge or corrupted medium.  I've heard that I should look into some kind of archive tool.  What should I be looking into here in a backup program?
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I'm writing a game in C++ (with OpenGL) and am getting quite far into development. Currently I'm loading the data directly from different directories.  (E.G. I load textures from a /Data/Textures/...png)  This is fine, but not preferable. Ideally I would like to protect these assets without too much of a performance hit. I looked at other games that I own, both Indie and AAA and found that the majority of them archive the data. However, I am unable to access these archives with programs like Winrar Archiver which implies that they have some level of protection.  I'm not particularly knowledgeable in the field of encryption and data storage, so I may be overlooking something obvious but I would like to know how exactly I could achieve something similar.  (I am aware that competent individuals are able to use the GPU to gain access to the data but that's not preventable)
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I just browsed a site a while ago that was flagged as an "attack site" or has malware, but Firefox didn't warn before I went into it. Only when I opened a new tab with another page from the site did it block the page.   How do I check for vulnerabilities on my system since I think there are no anti-malware available for Ubuntu? If there are, please do tell.  Thanks!
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I'm in the middle of installing 13.10 and the Ubuntu page I was following on how to install from a USB stick says nothing about these two choices (on the Installation type screen):     1) Encrypt the new Ubuntu installation for security (you will choose a security key in the next step).      2) Use LVM with the new Ubuntu installation (this will set up Logical Volume Management. It allows taking snapshots and easier partition resizing)   I'm a writer using the computer for mostly writing ebooks but I also do all the things most people do: buy stuff online, online banking etc. I want my information to be safe but I don't want to overburden my system with security stuff either. And I've read a lot of the similarly themed questions here on the forum but they've all been about stuff more technical than I'm concerned about.   Can somebody please just tell me in real layman's terms about the implications of these two choices? Thank you.
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I am a novice at Ubuntu (12.04).  I have it on my netbook which I use mainly for surfing the net, learning python and remote desktop into my work computer.    Do I need to enable a Firewall type software?  If so, what would you suggest, and what are sensible default suggestions?
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Does Ubuntu need an Antivirus?  If so, could you recommend a good one? I am interested on the Ubuntu side only.
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Over last year we have tried to deploy antivirus software on production linux servers.  In most cases after a few weeks under month end loads applications start running slow, or do not work as it should.  I have always questioned to reason for having antivirus on linux, but it just seems a be must have item on auditors list.  It is my understanding that the amount of linux malware is little in comparison to windows, which brings me to my question why linux servers are required to have anti virus in terms of SOX?    We have tried 2 different anti virus products and both deployments where rolled back on critical servers.  Should we just put a compensating factor in place and forget about anti virus on linux altogether
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Much like  (and other applications), I've encountered several instances of applications bundling, and luring the user into installing, McAfee Security Scan. Adobe, I'm looking in your direction!  I'll try my best not to install McAfee Security Scan when prompted, or use  (which doesn't install bundled software) when installing applications, but when providing support for my family and friends, it's obvious they don't.  How can I prevent McAfee Security Scan from being installed, e.g. bundled with other applications, in the first place?
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When I boot up my PC, I get these windows security alert message telling me to allow the programs and I have configured to open on startup through the firewall, then if I open an application E.G Steam, it gives me the same message, so I press allow, but the next time I boot the application or PC, they show up again, I've done a virus scan with Malwarebytes to no avail. I am using windows 10    Thanks in advance
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If I don't want to set any special behavior, is it OK if I don't bother to have a robots.txt file?  Or can the lack of one be harmful?
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I have a Windows XP Pro dual booting with Ubuntu Jaunty Jackelope on a single hard drive. On Windows XP I have a Eset NOD 32 while on Ubuntu I have no antivirus installed.  While working on the internet via Ubuntu, if a virus gets into my PC, it might probably not do much damage to Ubuntu as most  of these virus' are designed for windows however I'm still worried that they may continue to reside on my Ubuntu partition...   and since I am working in dual boot mode ( not sharing any partitions at the moment) will the virus affect the windows partition? Alternatively since I am using a thumb drive to transfer data between Ubuntu and Win XP the virus might propogate through the flash drive?   Can I stop the virus from entering the system via Ubuntu and how?
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Do computer viruses affect all user accounts on a computer?  IF a virus affects a local user will that effect administrator account and vise-versa?