Thanks to all who gave advice. It is reassuring to learn that, as I suspected, Linux was generally virus free. Nevertheless, like most, I use Internet banking that I would like to keep secure as much as I can in my terminal. I have made text files of all replies and will be looking at all the suggestions for further action. Great stuff. By the way I use two hard drives, one for XP (which has a few programs that I must use) and one for Ubuntu. I switch from one to the other using a latched switching device designed by an electronics friend. The device fits into a PC case slot. If I have further questions on specific points raised by members I will email directly, if that's OK. Geoffrey
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