Can Ubuntu get viruses & spyware through torrent downloads?

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DavidS

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So, recently I switched over to Linux using Xubuntu (xfce) after windows gave me so much problems, and after a week all I can say is it's awesome....why do I even bother with windows. Anyway I hear that Linuxes don't really get viruses because not a lot of people use them and windows-made-viruses can't affect linux. But I want to know what are my chances of getting a virus when downloading from torrents, which leaves you very vulnerable to viruses.

Thanks for your inputs guys & gals.
 
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maggie

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Your chances of getting a virus are very, very tiny. Installing Linux is like giving your computer a super condom and a vat of penicillin - there's almost no chance of getting a virus and if you do, you'll be rid of it very quickly.
 
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