links for 2008-11-27

• Linux Today – Hardening the Linux Desktop
  "In this tutorial

  "Protect your computer against malware attacks
  Configure a firewall to keep attackers out
  Back up important files and recover files after a successful backup
  Install updates to your operating system and other software Password-protect the bootloader

  "Objectives
  After completing this tutorial, you will be able to harden your GNU/Linux desktop and prevent attacks against your computer and its data. You will be able to install and configure software to help protect your desktop against malware that can give an attacker access to your computer. You will also be able to use a firewall to protect against inbound and outbound traffic, back up and restore your data, and apply other tricks that further harden your system."
  free registration required–ed.

  (tags: ubuntu gnu linux security firewall ibm rootkits malware)
• Boycott Novell » Jose Explains Why Not Mono
  Mono enthusiasts are already actively pursuing and ensuring that the the next version of Ubuntu will have Mono deep inside its heart. Mono 2.0 that is, with extra Poisonware called WinForms.

  It is probably a good time to share the concerns expressed by Jose X, who asked us to post his remarks below.

  (tags: mono ubuntu foss microsoft fud patents)