kjk wrote:
> If WinXP is running as a VirtualPC within Vista, what degree of
> internet security does it have . . . WinXP security, or Vista
> security?
>

It has exactly the same degree of security it would have if it were
running on a standalone box. Your virtual machines are *real* operating
systems and need to be protected exactly as you would protect them on a
standalone box. The only difference is that if your virtual OS gets
infected you can just delete the virtual machine. HOWEVER, please be
aware that if your virtual OS is networked and it gets infected by a
network-aware worm, all your other computers on that network are in
danger - just like they would be if the OS were installed on a separate
physical computer connected to your network.


Malke
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