Installation manual

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1. Introduction
Thank you for using ESET File Security - the premier security system for Linux, BSD and Solaris. ESET's state-of-the-art scanning
engine has unsurpassed scanning speed and detection rates combined with a very small footprint that makes it the ideal choice
for any server on Linux, BSD and Solaris.
1.1 Main functionality
On-demand scanner
The On-demand scanner can be started by a privileged user (usually a system administrator) through the command line
interface, the web interface or by the operating system's automatic scheduling tool (e.g., cron). The term On-demand refers to file
system objects being scanned by either user or system demand.
On-access scanner
The On-access scanner is invoked whenever a user and/or operating system attempts to access file system objects. This also
clarifies the use of the term On-access; because a scan is triggered by any attempt to access file system objects.
1.2 Key features of the system
Advanced engine algorithms
The ESET antivirus scanning engine algorithms provide the highest detection rate and the fastest scanning times.
Multi-processing
ESET File Security is developed to run on single- as well as multi-processor units.
Advanced Heuristics
ESET File Security includes unique advanced heuristics for Win32 worms, backdoor infections and other forms of malware.
Built-In features
Built-in archivers unpack archived objects without requiring any external programs.
Speed and efficiency
To increase the speed and efficiency of the system, ESET File Security's architecture is based on the running daemon (resident
program) where all scanning requests are sent.
Enhanced security
All executive daemons (except esets_dac) run under a non-privileged user account to enhance security.
Selective configuration
The system supports selective configuration based on the user or client/server.
Multiple logging levels
Multiple logging levels can be configured to get information about system activity and infiltrations.
Web interface
Configuration, administration and license management are offered through an intuitive and user-friendly web interface.
Remote administration
The system supports ESET Remote Administrator for management in large computer networks.
No external libraries
The ESET File Security installation does not require external libraries or programs except for LIBC.
User-specified notification
The system can be configured to notify specific users in the event of a detected infiltration or other important events.