Simple steps for securing your Linux system

Conclusion

The steps described in this article are only the beginning – you have many other matters to think about before you can honestly declare that your Internet-facing Linux computer is truly secure, but don't neglect these simple tasks if you want to keep your kingdom safe from invaders.

Infos

  1. Automatic updates: https://wiki.debian.org/UnattendedUpgrades
  2. List of most common passwords: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_most_common_passwords

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