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Microsoft Cuts Anti-Virus Support For Unix / Linux

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the how-totally-amazing dept.

jasonmicron writes "As previously reported on Slashdot, Microsoft has completed the aquisition of Sybari Software this morning. Before the ink was even dry, Microsoft cut all new antivirus support for all Unix and Linux definitions. Current customers will continue to receive support but new customers will not have the option to purchase the software under Unix / Linux. From TFA: Post acquisition, Syabri becomes a Microsoft subsidiary focusing on marketing anti-virus and anti-spam protection for Microsoft messaging and collaboration servers. It will continue to market Sybari's Lotus Domino products but will not sell Antigen versions for Unix and Linux."

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  1. This shouldn't raise any concerns... by im_thatoneguy · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    Remember... there are "no linux vulnerabilities". Linux doesn't need AV software, because thanks to it's magical Open source development it's infinitely more secure.

  2. Re:And you're surprised by this... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Flamebait

    That's just what I would expect a faggot OSS zealot to say. If it were the other way around you would be cheering. Go fuck yourself, you fucking zealot faggot piece of shit.