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Line 162: − [[#top|Back to Top]] − − ===Why is Linux/Ubuntu less prone to Malware/Viruses?=== − <ul> − Possible reasons Linux/Ubuntu is less prone to malware: − <li> Linux is based on UNIX architecture. UNIX is designed as a multi-user operating system and has in-built safeguards to protect user from malware. This includes user permissions definitions, user space distinct from system space etc</li> − <li>Programs are run as normal user, not Root User.</li> − <li>Vast diversity makes it difficult to reproduce flaws in a system.</li> − <li>All software and drivers are frequently updated by Package Managers.</li> − <li>Software is generally installed from vast Repositories not from unfamiliar websites.</li> − <li>No-one profits from supplying anti-virus or security products.</li> − </ul> −
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<li>You may be asked to enter your password. After you have done that, the application will be removed. This should not take very long.</li>
<li>You may be asked to enter your password. After you have done that, the application will be removed. This should not take very long.</li>
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