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On 07/11/12 21:21, Martijn Grooten wrote: > On Wed, Nov 7, 2012 at 1:55 PM, Neil Winchurst wrote: >> I have read the comments and suggestions very carefully. > > Wow! :-) > > Given the summary you wrote, I think you digested the information very well. > > One small comment: > >> A virus scan is not needed since we both use Linux only. > > This is true. > > However, note that this is only true in practise. In theory, you can > just as easily be infected on Linux. It could be that in a few years' > time Linux malware becomes a lot more prominent so that you will need > some kind of anti-virus/security software. > > And caution about clicking links, opening attachments etc. should > already be applied. > Thanks. I do realise that the situation may change eventually re Linux and viruses. And I do not link to any other computer. So friends who use Windows (sob) are safe from me. And yes, I am very cautious about links and attachments etc with browsing and emails. (We won't even mention some of the phone calls we get!!) So I will keep an eye out for any developments. Meanwhile, while on this subject, does anyone have any thoughts on encrypting the home folder? Neil -- The Mailing List for the Devon & Cornwall LUG http://mailman.dclug.org.uk/listinfo/list FAQ: http://www.dcglug.org.uk/listfaq