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Protection for Mac and Linux Computers: genuine need or nice to have?

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linux - open source

Overview The current risk to computers running non-Windows platforms is small but growing. As Macs and Linux computers become more prevalent within organizations, they are likely to become more of a target for hackers as a way in to the rest of the network and a means of infecting websites. This paper investigates the real threat from non-Windows platforms. It discusses the dangers of them distributing Windows viruses, examines the implications of their growing popularity, and highlights regulatory pressure to protect them.

Further White Paper Details
Publisher	Sophos	File Format	PDF
Date Published	October 2008
Format	White Papers
Topics	Linux - Open Source, Mac OS, Anti-Hacking, Security Management, Linux Server OS

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