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6 Easy Tasks To Improve The Security Of Your Linux Computer

How To Geek, Thursday, August 8th, 2024

Cybersecurity can be confusing. Here are six easy things you can do, and habits you can adopt, to improve your Linux security. They work equally well on fresh installs and long-running computers.

Computers have transformed our lives. They allow us to do things we couldn't possibly do otherwise. Because they're indispensable, and the data they hold is precious to us, they are an obvious target for criminals.

Linux is considered to be (relatively) secure right out of the box, but there are simple actions you can take to improve your defenses, and 'harden' your computer. Because Linux is so prevalent in everything from web servers to mobile devices, it's an attractive target for cybercriminals.

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