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clamav for linux (lemmy.sdf.org)

submitted 1 year ago by Pingu@lemmy.sdf.org to c/privacy@lemmy.ml

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I am confused about installing some virus scanning software on my Linux system. Thought of installing clamav, so will that be good or if anyone is using any better one, please do suggest. Thanks in advance.

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[–] Pingu@lemmy.sdf.org 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I get it now, looked it up. Was just being paranoid maybe.

[–] EveryMuffinIsNowEncrypted@lemmy.blahaj.zone 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Not saying an antivirus would be a bad thing. It all depends on your threat model. I was merely responding to that one point you made. :)

[–] Pingu@lemmy.sdf.org 2 points 1 year ago

I understand your point