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Isn't downloading software from the official repositories less secure than getting them from the original source? (lemm.ee)

submitted 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) by CptHacke@lemm.ee to c/linuxmint@lemmy.ml

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I'll be the first to admit that I still have a lot to learn, but isn't it kind of dangerous to rely on repositories with software that is often months out of date? I understand that security is a moving target, but I see so many people saying that getting apps from the official repositories is the safest option. This just seems incorrect to me. Can someone please illuminate?

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[–] CptHacke@lemm.ee 2 points 2 weeks ago

I now know more about this subject than I ever thought possible. Thank you, everyone, for your thoughtful replies. It is very much appreciated. :)