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    Heavy network traffic when running Parallels

    I have a MacBookPro with Parallels to run other operating systems. I see on my Activity Monitor heavy network traffic when running Parallels. I have none Ethernet cable connected to the mac. WiFi is turned off and my router is disconnected. But still there is a lot of traffic from Parallels...
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    Huge data sent value in activity monitor

    I have a 2011 MBP with OS X 10.11.4 at the moment. I switched to a SSD and installed El Capitan and immediately installed Sophos. I know that's divisive, don't beat me up please. I've had months of trouble-free computing, but recently I've noticed some lag and difficulties with browsers and...