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Old 10-18-2007
Java Virus software for Unix

The company I work for is in the process of going to a Unix Server. I am trying to find out if there is a version of Norton Antivirus that will work on a Unix server. If not, what is the recommended virus software for Unix? I have done some Google searches and found that there is a greater possiblitiy these days, for viruses that effect Unix.
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Old 10-18-2007
The short answer is there are a lot of good anti-virus Unix applications. For example, clam may be good choice for you. It's pretty easy to set up.

AFAIK there are no Norton products for Unix.
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Old 10-22-2007
You may want to try Grisoft's AVG for Linux:
AVG Anti-Virus and Internet Security - Products
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Old 10-23-2007
Viruses are a mostly Windows problem. By mentioning NortinAV, I assume you are looking for real-time scanning software. This is not required on unix platforms.

If what you are after is virus scanners for mail, clamav is an excellent product and very easy to install/configure. And developers are constantly updating their package. Support is pretty good, also.
 
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