[SOLVED] How can I make my system secure as much as i want it too

Is arch already secure by default. What should i do to make it secure as other distros?
Last edited by zoul22 (2013-11-02 21:49:26)

Which distros do you mean? Arch can be made more secure surely. But you have always to remember that you will never be completely safe.
Last edited by Grant (2013-11-02 18:07:51)

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