virus scanner for amd64

linuxmandrake · 11-14-2005, 11:34 AM

What do u recommend I Know Linux has less viruses but i dont want to take the risk

Lleb_KCir · 11-14-2005, 12:06 PM

f-prot is what you can use, but more then not you will have issues with root-kits before you have problems with linux viruses.

only reason i run any kind of antivirus on my linux systems is for scaning for "windows" viruses so i do not spread them to friends and family. i also keep f-prot on my laptop so i can go places and scan for viruses via the LAN.

linuxmandrake · 11-14-2005, 12:33 PM

whats a root kit and whats bad about them

Lleb_KCir · 11-14-2005, 01:40 PM

google is your friend. a root kit can give root level access to someone who should not have it on your system. that means they can do ANYTHING with or to your computer they want.

linuxmandrake · 11-14-2005, 01:57 PM

how do i block them

powadha · 11-14-2005, 03:12 PM

Don't install them. THINK before you download or install anything. That has always been the best defence against viruses even on win.

linuxmandrake · 11-15-2005, 11:07 AM

Lleb_KCir · 11-15-2005, 02:32 PM

yeah, never run as root always do things as user. if you need root access to do something think real hard before doing so.

linuxmandrake · 11-15-2005, 02:57 PM

ah thats ok then i already do that

Lleb_KCir · 11-15-2005, 03:37 PM

you should do that no matter the OS.

*grins*

good luck.

linuxmandrake · 11-16-2005, 08:40 AM

good point