Tiny Linux Distributions and Their Utility Value
This is the name of one of my early books on Linux.
When a Indian Guy, entered my computer without firewall using Linspire (Microsoft use this utility as Freespire to snoop on Linux guys), I decided to recommend few basic precautions.
1. Configure the firewall
2. Use torrent instead of point to point downloads
K torrent was my early use during K.D.E time now Transmission of Debian/Gnome
3. Remove all browser cookies
4. Remain vigilant of any impending attacks
I am not paranoid now.
5. Use a different distribution to boot
6. Format all hard disks at least once a year
7. I do not use encryption at all.
If you forget the password, all all data is gone for good.
Suffice is to say, I haven't had any attack since then but having an occasional swipe at Microsoft Windows (I am more of a political satirist) has NO Value Added.
In my twilight years, satire is not a tool I use anymore.
Well after publishing "Linux Essentials" I would stop talking about Linux, too.
Little over 24 hour power cut in Brisbane made me to sleep little bit more.
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