There are numerous distributions for Linux operating systems. Below are a few items to review and implement when deploying a Linux system on the UT network. Some examples reference configurations for a specific Linux distribution (e.g. RHEL/CentOS), but should translate to other distributions with some slight modifications. For specific questions for certain distributions, please email help@ece.utexas.edu
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Source: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/LTS
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Enable Firewall
Ubuntu: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/UFW
RHEL/CentOS: https://access.redhat.com/documentation/en-us/red_hat_enterprise_linux/7/html/security_guide/sec-using_firewalls
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Encryption: LUKS
Encryption is mandatory for all desktops and laptops with a Linux non-server operating system.
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