Hi. I wanted to know if it's needed to install a firewall on a linux desktop/laptop. Why yes or why no?

  • flashgnash@lemm.ee
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    1 year ago

    On a laptop absolutely. My firewall on my laptop doesn't let me discriminate between networks so I'm always worried someone will try to attack me on public WiFi for the few ports I want open

    On a desktop on a network you trust less important but still no firewall means if another device on your network gets compromised you're screwed