I asked tis list recently regarding the "most popular software" part of your question. Trend seems to have been the winner in that poll, followed by Symantec.

The reason I was inquiring is that, despite having file system and mail scanners everywhere else, I found it is still possible to deposit viruses on the filer. With a batch of infected files there, it is only a matter of time until an unprotected client connects and keeps spreading the love.

-D.

-----Original Message----- From: Geoff Hardin [mailto:geoff.hardin@dalsemi.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2003 11:45 AM To: toasters@mathworks.com Subject: Virus Scanning

I was wondering what other admins were using for virus scanning. 

And as an aside, I really want to know whether it is worth the time and money. Basically, I've been asked to evaluate the virus scanning software out there for the filers, but I'm not really sure it's even necessary. I am a UNIX admin, so I typically don't see the viruses that plague my NT compatriots, but I don't believe we've really had a problem on our filers with CIFS shares. But maybe I'm just biased, so that's why I'm asking for your input.

1. Which A/V software do you use a) McAfee NetShield for Netapp b) Symantec Antivirus for Netapp c) Trend Micro Server Protect d) other (are there any others?)

2. Is it really necessary? Please explain your answer.

Thanks for any and all input.

Geoff Hardin UNIX System Administrator geoff.hardin@dalsemi.com This space is for rent in order to increase company revenue.