While I agree OpenBSD is a far more secure server than Linux (especially Redhat), you can actually secure a Linux server to be very close, if not as secure. Obviously it involves more work, and also depends on what you are running or want to do, but I don't think Linux is bad enough to suggest people not use it. Of course, you may feel differently. Me, 80% of all my work involves Linux servers (none cracked yet, after 8 years and lots of people really trying--I tend to piss people off, it's no secret), and I'd sure not want to remove that and everything it involves from my skill set and try and find work (not that I'm looking, just a point). Then again, I suppose that same logic could be said for Windows servers, and I'd never touch one... I'd rather work at MacDonalds.... or just retire early. -- Regards, Tim Greer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Server administration, security, programming, consulting.
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