Graphical "intrusion detection systems" and "intrusion prevention systems"

[Joep L. Blom]

On 12-02-12 21:00, Ric Moore wrote:
> On 02/12/2012 01:59 PM, compdoc wrote:
>> >I'd look at webmin for configuration
>>
>> In the IRC channel, the regulars there are telling people not to use
>> webmin now because it no longer complies with Ubuntu's configuration of
>> apps.
>>
>> It's been a long time since I've used webmin, so I can't say one way or
>> the other...
>
> This is a good thread and awakened my quest for some mild intrusion
> detection scheme. I installed snort, which pulls in some other packages,
> and what I am left with ~IS~ confusing to a mere "super user" who is not
> a network geek whizbang. So, I feel the OP's pain here. But, I too would
> like to learn. If this isn't the place to discuss it at length, maybe
> the discussion could be held over on bikeshed more in-depth?? We need
> some new topics there besides "Eating The Rich" recipes and "Liberals vs
> Conservatives", although we are having Great Fun with them. Besides, the
> sharks could use some fresh meat there.
>
> But, the OP is correct, there is a LOT of things to consider hitting you
> at once so a nice little simple GUI would be swell. :) Ric
>
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I use webmin - the adverse advices notwithstanding - for over 6 years 
with Ubuntu (now with 10.04) and it is IMHO the best administrative tool 
for all Linuxes.
Joep