Top-level Security

Mandriva Linux has a long tradition of security. It provides several features that make it one of the most secure operating systems currently available.

• Five easy-to-setup security levels are available to choose from -- from "Very low" to "Paranoid" -- depending on the intended use of the system.

• Shorewall is a comprehensive firewall system which can be configured with just a few clicks in the Mandriva Linux Control Center.

• Extensive cryptography support is provided with GnuPG, OpenSSH, SSL certificate management tools, a special Linux 'Kernel Secure', encrypted file systems, and email encryption.

• Kgpg now easily handles your GPG configuration.

• Authentication is supported via local files or through authentication servers such as LDAP, NIS or Windows NT Server.