- Virtual PC 2007
- Posted by Maincat on November 26th, 2007
Hello,
I'm thinking of installing a Linux version using Virtual PC 2007 on my
Windows XP Pro computer. This may be a silly question, but will the Linux
OS run and use the existing Windows Internet Security, or will Linux need
its own Internet Security within Virtual PC?
I hope I've made my question clear - apologies if I haven't.
Thanks,
Steve
- Posted by R. McCarty on November 26th, 2007
A Virtual PC ( w/ Networking ) functions the same as a stand-alone
physical computer. The same risks and exposures apply regardless
of which Operating System is used in the Virtual machine. Just as a
additional note, some Linux distros may have problems with running
under VPC 2007. Might be a good idea to visit one of the VPC 07
forums and research the Linux version you're intending to use.
"Maincat" <steve@nospam.org.uk> wrote in message
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- Posted by Gordon on November 26th, 2007
"Maincat" <steve@nospam.org.uk> wrote in message
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Linux doesn't really need internet security because of the way it is
designed and run - you don't run Linux as Root (aka "administrator").
And before anyone jumps in with "you can get AV programs for Linux" - they
are actually designed to safeguard any Windows machines that might be
networked to a Linux box....
