Linux security

[awong sec20 wharton upenn edu]

hi,

I installed RH5.1 on an Intel box. It runs fine. Recently, two of my
friends machines running the similar configuration got hacked in by
intruders. Linux security issue was brought up to me and I was told that
FreeBSD has a better security features. I start wondering whether I should
re-consider my choice. Anybody knows where I can find out more information
about the differences (advantages) of both systems, especially on
security issues?

sincerely

Alex