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That's not how Security works at all. Its not about adding layers of security. That would imply installing 10 AntiVirus would be even better. But instead you're just increasing the attack surface, and slow your system down.

It could be an extra level of security if they ran in userspace or in-between. But they usually have enormous permissions to operate and doesn't really count as a whole new layer.

if you really want to add an extra layer of security, add the layer outside your computer. You know, like adding a moat outside the castle.

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Security? The open more holes than they close.