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Why I use Qubes: 3 security reasons a normal Linux distro can’t match

I don't know about you, but after some time using a normal Linux or Windows installation, I become pretty paranoid about what ...
ZDNet

6 Linux security commands every new user should know

Most Linux distributions are considerably more secure than Windows out of the box. There are many reasons for that, including the inherent user and file permissions structure, the addition of ...
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7 deadly Linux commands that can wipe out or crash your computer

From fork bombs to fake “language pack” removals, these commands can wreck Linux fast. Here’s what they do and how to stay ...
Electronic Specifier

5 common security flaws in embedded Linux systems

Embedded Linux systems are becoming increasingly common due to their superior accessibility, cost-effectiveness, and ...
ZDNet

Patch now: Serious Linux kernel security hole uncovered

Just what every Linux system administrator wants just before the holidays: A serious Linux kernel security bug. The Zero Day Initiative (ZDI), a zero-day security research firm, announced a new Linux ...