Ubuntu And Antivirus/firewall?

[arachnid40]

I did some searching but cannot find a definite answer. Do I need them and if so what is best and the easiest to set up in ubuntu?

[hitest]

I did some searching but cannot find a definite answer. Do I need them and if so what is best and the easiest to set up in ubuntu?

Well, theoretically there are viruses out there in the wild, but, I've never come across one running Linux. A firewall is always a good idea, I use a NAT router as my firewall solution. if you want a software firewall you could try out the suggestions here:

http://www.linux.com/articles/55319

[arachnid40]

Thanks hitest I have lokkit on here now :-)

[hitest]

Thanks hitest I have lokkit on here now :-)

You're welcome, arachnid40!