Re: [school-discuss] Security and Linux

[Phil Driscoll <phil@dialsolutions.co.uk>]

I agree with what has already been said. I'm sure Linux can be very secure, 
but it rarely so 'out of the box' and in the hands of those without a lot of 
experience and information to hand. Just like any other platform, as well as 
requiring careful configuration, it also needs a reasonable amaount of effort 
putting in watching for vulnerabilities and keeping up to date with patches.

I would recommend the O'Reilly Firewalls book (the one with the portcullis on 
the front) as a great introduction to the subject which would better prepare 
you to argue your corner on many security issues - not just those relating to 
firewalls.

Cheers
-- 
Phil Driscoll