Posted: April 13th, 2007 | Author: adq890 | Filed under: linux distro, open source | No Comments »
As we have seen, Linux systems contain a great variety of tools: tools to help manipulate files, transfer data, compile code and so on, but they also contain tools that let you track and analyze the performance of your PC, by evaluating the way your PC uses hardware and system services, including RAM, CPU and hard drivers. With the information provided by these tools, you can uncover potential problems, locate and fix performance bottlenecks and make sure your computer is running in tip-top shape.
Besides the tools that are included in most Linux distributions, you’ll also find additional ones available on various websites and in your distribution’s repository. Basically, they’re divided into three categories:
- Tools that run in a graphical interface (X11)
- Tools that run in a console (terminal)
- Tools that run on a web server (Apache)
Source : softpedia
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Posted: April 6th, 2007 | Author: adq890 | Filed under: open source | No Comments »
Before exposing it to INTERNET. !!!!!
1: Your purpose
Linux, like Microsoft Windows, is simply a computer operating system. When I talk to friends or co-workers who are embarking on the Linux experience for their initial time, this is the first point I stress. Linux in itself is not a magic wand that can be waved and make all sorts of computing problems disappear. While Windows has its own set of problems, so too does Linux. There is no such thing as a perfect or completely secure computer operating system. Will the machine be a desktop computer or a server; purpose is a key to understanding how to initially install and configure your Linux PC.
2: Installation
Unlike Windows, Linux does not present itself as a “server” version or as a “desktop” version. During a typical installation of Linux the choice is yours as to exactly what software you wish to install and therefore exactly what type of a system you are constructing. Because of this, you need to be aware of the packages that the installation program is installing for you. For example, some distributions will configure and start a Samba server or a mail server as part of the base install. Depending upon the purpose of your Linux PC and the security level you are prepared to accept, these services may not be needed or desired at all. Taking the time to familiarize yourself with your distributions’ installer can prevent many headaches and/or reinstalls down the road.
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Posted: December 19th, 2006 | Author: adq890 | Filed under: open source | No Comments »
Rootkit scanner is scanning tool to ensure you for about 99.9%* you’re clean of nasty tools. This tool scans for rootkits, backdoors and local exploits by running tests like:
- MD5 hash compare
- Look for default files used by rootkits
- Wrong file permissions for binaries
- Look for suspected strings in LKM and KLD modules
- Look for hidden files
- Optional scan within plaintext and binary files
Rootkit Hunter is released as GPL licensed project and free for everyone to use.
* No, not really 99.9%.. It’s just another security layer
Download here
