Securing a Linux server

By John Locke on June 18, 2005

Flavio's TechnoTalk has some good tips for securing a Linux server. Good advice for anyone running servers that can be reached from the Internet: Hardening Linux: a 10 step approach to a secure server.

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John Locke is the lead developer and founder of Freelock, LLC. In addition to being a proficient web developer, he is an experienced technical writer, network administrator, and all around problem solver. He has worked with computers since 1984, and currently advises small businesses on open source software.