> Linux does require almost daily security patches, more frequently than > windows I think. >
While I see no value in a Linux vs. Windows argument, I could not let this sort of misconception pass. The only reason patches may be more frequent for Linux distros is that the distros release them more frequently than Microsoft, which generally releases patches only once a month or so (for XP). If you want to deal with patches less frequently, then don't run utilities that constantly check for patches--do it only once a month! While this may sound like a major security trade-off, you should consider that patches for Linux software that involve vulnerabilities that are *remotely* exploitable are very, very rare. The vast majority of patches are for local exploits--i.e., they apply only if other people are using your machines and you don't trust these people. I always examine patches before applying them, and can go months without doing any updates for my single-user desktop machines. -- ncarver ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ncarver's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=15905 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=47302 _______________________________________________ discuss mailing list [email protected] http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
