--- Pritam Pal <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >
>
>
> Counting viruses is simplistic, but there is
> evidence that Windows is becoming more resistent,
> and Linux is becoming more of a target
> Turning the heat up another notch on a
> long-simmering debate, the Aberdeen Group has
> published a study comparing the security of
> Linux/Unix systems with that of the Microsoft
> Windows family of products.
>
> "Contrary to popular misperception, Microsoft does
> not have the worst track record when it comes to
> security vulnerabilities. Also contrary to popular
> wisdom, Unix- and Linux-based systems are just as
> vulnerable to viruses, Trojan horses, and worms,"
> Aberdeen's report states.
All such reports are to be taken with more than a
pinch of salt. You never know which reports are
sponsored by the Redmond Giant, which is known only
afterwards. Shortly you will also see the reactions.
Just hang on and go on reading both sides of the
stories. But still the beauty of Linux lies in its
configurability - you know the traps and can overcome
them if you carefully master the tricks. But tell me
with Windows what other option do you have than going
for the latest antivirus toolkit or upgrading the
software, which always translates into money.
-- narsingh
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