linux isnt immune to viruses even though its not as bad as windows
what should i do to be safe if i have a safe browser, vm, but pirate and download risky things? i know its a vm but i still dont want to have to delete everything in the vm if something happens. also the malware doesnt go to the router and spread rigt???
1 - there’s 2 things to consider here… A) Your files (documents, photos, etc) B) Everything else (the Windows / Linux mac operating system, applications, your screensaver, printer defaults, etc)
You only need to backup A.
It’s up to you if you want / have space for B
But, 1st time, backup everything. Then do item 2 (screw up) big time and do a full restore.
Once you’ve done that, you’re set for life