I just heard that the IE has 56 ports open and the Firefox only 3 ports open. I also heard that most viruses and popups are written for Microsoft Windows and that Linux is pretty much safe even from Trojan, worms or spyware. I bought the new Linux (4 cd's) that came with 100 page installation guide booklet, commands etc. and I was thinking of trying out the Linux on my computer. I would like to hear on anything on Linux vs. Microsoft so that I can make up my mind which one is better for me.
I am also trying to learn how to install DNS and DHCP on Linux and if anyone knows of simple crystal clear tutorials, both in text form and Graphical please let me know or post a link.
Thank you
Roberts

Hi Roberts.

It is true that most malware is written for windows. That doesn't mean that it can't be safe. I have never had a problem on my machine with any sort of badguy.

On the other hand, just because there are few, if any Linux viruses doesn't mean that you don't have to worry about security.

A good way to see if Linux is for you is to download a live CD like Knoppix, or the SuSe live evaluation CD. You can then play around to your hearts content and just reboot and eject the CD when you are done.

As far as DNS and DHCP go, I have never used them in Linux so can't help you there.


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