Anti-virus for Linux users

MUMBAI: MicroWorld Technologies, a content security solutions company, will soon become one of the few companies in the world that makes anti-virus solutions to support Linux platform. The Linux version of the solution is being released for beta testing on March 15, 2004, according to MicroWorld’s National Sales GM PK Kurian.

One can count the number of Linux viruses on fingertips. And, most versions of Linux today come patched for these viruses. Then why do we need a Linux-based content security solution? According to Kurian, there are not many viruses that can affect the Linux platform, but can still transmit them over a heterogeneous network where there are Windows-based clients. "And with Linux gaining popularity at the gateway level, the need for content security solution with Linux support is growing," said Kurian.

According to Kurian, MicroWorld was toying with the idea of launching a Linux-based security solution since very long. But the development on this product was stepped up only recently, after the company received good feedback from customers seeking for a good Linux-based security solutions at the gateway level.

"Initially, we will be launching MailScan with Linux support and later this support will be extended to all other products," added Kurian. Currently, AVG is the only product commercially available with Linux support in India. The company is also in the process of expanding its dealer network to 300 partners. To support the distribution logistics, the company will be adding one branch office each in Pune, Kolkata, Chennai and Hyderabad.

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