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  1. mac_in_tosh

    Malwarebytes

    Some years ago, due a security concern at the time, I installed the paid version of Malwarebytes (MB) and have kept it up each year. I'm trying to decide on renewal. My older laptop is starting to show some reduced battery performance, although it's still rated as "normal," and I may have...
  2. Sabre52

    Anti Virus

    Does macOS Big Sur require additional Anti Virus protection? I used Sophos Home addition on Catalina but would prefer not to use if not required. Your advice would be appreciated.
  3. haravikk

    Lightweight Antivirus Recommendations?

    I've recently had to reinstall macOS and I haven't yet installed any antivirus; for the past few years I've been using the free version of Avast!, which has been fine, but I've never been completely comfortable with the invasive way that it operates (requiring root permission to inject itself...
  4. sensed

    Do I need anti-virus on my Mac?

    So, I know this may be a weird question but I've been researching this subject and opinions vary... I know that bad software sneaks in the App Store, and I've read that Mac viruses do exist. So my questions are: Do you think Macs need anti-virus programs? Are the third-party anti-virus programs...
    • sensed
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    • anti virus mac
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: macOS
  5. titangears

    Best antivirus for MacOS ?

    Currently I am using AVG Antivirus for Mac. I am aware of Sophos Antivirus for Mac, but they want people to sign up with them and have a network connection to their servers for their antivirus solution to work. (Sophos didn't always do this.). So I feel pretty safe using AVG on my Mac since...
  6. onaips

    [New/Free] Fyde - Full ad blocker, anti-phishing and security app

    Hi All, I'm excited to share with you our Fyde app! We are a startup backed by Silicon Valley investors, and set out to create a next-gen application that protects you from attacks that may put your identify at risk. Because privacy is at the heart of our company, we don't show ads or sell any...
  7. A

    Antivirus on Mac - yes or no?

    Hi guys, So I finally bought my new MacBook Air after being a Windows fan for years. I'm not really sure how it goes with antivirus in Mac, is it really necessary? I always thought Mac computers are safe from junk but I googled it and it doesn't look like they are… you think Mac can get...
    • Ariel12
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    • anti virus mac malware virus virus protection
    • Replies: 42
    • Forum: Mac Apps
  8. S

    Anti virus

    I know Macs do not require antivirus but I feel I need to scan my Mac as I am facing some issues for some time. Please recommend an antivirus that you think is the best and is FREE.
  9. BrettArchibald

    Dumb question about anti-virus software for the Mac...

    Hiya folks. Long-time Mac user here, with a dumb question... bear with me... What's the best antivirus software that I should purchase for my Mac? As I said, I am a long-time user, but in all my years I've never once installed antivirus software. Never wanted to, never needed to, never...
  10. A

    How to be secure - apps?

    Hello, beginner here, please be kind. :) I keep hearing that Mac is safe and has no need for real-time scanner, but also that it is needed, but apps for that are... bad. I heard Norton is very bad? Are Avira, Avast, AVG or Sophos bad for Mac health? Among free apps I keep seeing only...
    • Ankelium
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    • anti virus antivirus avast avg avira malwarebytes sophos
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Mac Apps
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