i want to install linux on my computer, but worried about viruses
Posted by Anonymous Coward | Posted in Linux | Posted on 27-10-2009
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hi guys,
I am new to linux. I want to install it on my home computer. I have a few questions.
1) if an exploit is found on linux, how long is it before it gets patched up? My worry is that because there are not many linux users, if a big is found, then it will be a long time before others become aware, leaving my machine vulnerable for a long time
2) what is the recommended free linux for a newbie
3) windows automatically recognises all my hardware. Will linux recognise it too? How about my printer – the CD is for Mac and Windows, what would I do for linux?
thanks
#1 Please do your research before thinking this way. There are MANY *nix users. The applications are written and developed by very large groups of developers. Bugs are found and patched much faster than those in Windows.
#2 You used the term “free’ Linux. Linux is free. period. I would recommend Ubuntu to a new user wanting the easiest install. And not Wubi.
#3 Printing is well supported in Linux and has been for a long time. You will not need your disc.