07-04-2009
is open source more secure ?
Hi Guys,
I'd like to know your opinion. A friend of mine claims, an open source OS like linux is more secure than a closed one like AIX because 'if he is hacked, he can do countermeasures'.
I believe the opposite is the case - it's more secure if not everybody knows the kernel and is able to manipulate it.
What do you think? - and why
Kind regards
zxmaus
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