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Do you use an antivirus? Why, or why not? (lemmy.kde.social)

submitted 1 year ago by tubbadu@lemmy.kde.social to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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With the increase popularity of the linux desktop and the steamdeck, will new viruses and malwares be developed for linux systems? should we better use an antivirus?

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[–] 0x4E4F@lemmy.rollenspiel.monster 2 points 1 year ago

Nope, nothing. I use ESET Endpoint on Windows though.

[–] tinwhiskers@kbin.social 1 points 1 year ago

No. I only use Android as my PC via AR glasses. Is there even any antivirus software for Android? Probably, but I don't care I guess. Never had a problem.

[–] Hexadecimalkink@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago

I pay for Dr Web for Linux and Android because I like the idea that I'm supporting white hat hackers find malware. Do I think I need it? No.

[–] itchy_lizard@feddit.it -1 points 1 year ago

No because I don't download software via unsafe tools like web browsers or flatpak.

[–] livendie@beehaw.org -2 points 1 year ago

I don't use one, it's unnecessary. Keep your system light, use only free software and utilize some of your common sense and you'll be all right.
This one time my brother had his pc(winblows) infested just by plugging in a flash-drive, seriously, just that!!. I hate proprietary software.

[–] 0xtero@kbin.social -3 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Yes of course. It’s like basic hygiene, washing your hands after visiting the restroom.

[–] Cube6392@beehaw.org 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'd agree if most antiviruses weren't the equivalent of washing your hands with plain tap water and nothing else, or often, poop in place of soap

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[–] bfly75@feddit.nl 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Which AV do you use for Linux? I searched for it a while ago and could not find good options. Either discontinued or extremely expensive (focused on business / servers). Of course there is Clam, but AFAIK it is still lacking in quality and not easy to set up for continuous monitoring.

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