"Lenspect is a free Linux tool for both of those purposes. Linux, in and of itself, doesn't require anti-virus or anti-malware. However, if you share a lot of files with other people, you should probably consider a tool to detect if that file is malicious or not. Additionally, if you need to visit a website that could be suspect, you should have some means of testing it."
"Let me show you how to install and use Lenspect, so you can ensure the files you share with others aren't dangerous. Just FYI: VirusTotal is owned by Chronicle, a subsidiary of Google. It was created by the Spanish security company Hispasec Sistemas and was acquired by Google in 2012. So, if you aren't a big fan of Google, this tool might not be for you."
Linux does not inherently require antivirus or anti-malware protection. Users who frequently share files or visit suspect websites should use scanning tools to detect malicious content. ClamAV provides command-line and GUI scanning but may intimidate newcomers. Lenspect, developed by VirusTotal, offers a simpler way to check files and URLs for viruses and malware. Lenspect requires a VirusTotal API key, which is available for free, and a Flatpak-compatible Linux distribution. Installation uses the flatpak install flathub io.github.vmkspv.lenspect command and answering prompts. VirusTotal is owned by Chronicle, a Google subsidiary, which may concern some users.
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