AV software is not really needed on Mac OS X, if one employs common sense*.
Look for the "Mac Virus / Malware Guide" on MacRumors to learn more about Mac OS X and available malware and the differences and ways to protect yourself.
@testoffaith1972 i have norton for mac, well norton internet security and i think it actually relly good, they redesigned the program so i runs alot smoother and doesnt take up as much ram, i live in two places, spain in the summer and new york during the other months, the internet connection i have in spain is like 10X slower but my computer still runs very fast, i would recommend it
yo, you like intego? I downloaded the Virus Barrier x5 (trial) and It froze during the first scan 3 times. Are you running snow leopard? ( I do) after that i just got avast it great rating all over the net, free, and so far it works good. but I dont think its as safe as Intego.
Well, I've used Virus Barrier X5 for a couple of years now, and it's always ran very well on OS X Leopard. I also upgraded to Snow Leopard, and it runs fine on Snow Leopard. I don't see why Virus Barrier X5 would freeze on you. That's strange. I have the same OS on my Mac, and it's never froze on me. Sorry to hear it froze on you. Maybe you have some outside application that's conflicting with Virus Barrier.
AV software is not really needed on Mac OS X, if one employs common sense*.
Look for the "Mac Virus / Malware Guide" on MacRumors to learn more about Mac OS X and available malware and the differences and ways to protect yourself.
* if available
TransparentFeces 1 month ago
Duh? Cheeky cunt!
testoffaith1972 2 years ago
WT....???
appleinsider607 2 years ago
Why is Norton crap? Cos you have to pay for it? Please back up your statements with reasons or evidence as to why it's crap
testoffaith1972 2 years ago
nortons isnt crap cuz you have to pay for. its crap cuz it takes half of your ram usage which causes mac to run slower duhh
appleinsider607 2 years ago
@testoffaith1972 its total fucked my computer up and gave it a huge virus PILE OF SHIT!!!!!!!!!!
THATS WHY YOU NEVER GET NORTON
EVERRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RealmOfMinecraft 9 months ago
@testoffaith1972 i have norton for mac, well norton internet security and i think it actually relly good, they redesigned the program so i runs alot smoother and doesnt take up as much ram, i live in two places, spain in the summer and new york during the other months, the internet connection i have in spain is like 10X slower but my computer still runs very fast, i would recommend it
TheTwoPuck 7 months ago
Intego Virus Barrier X5 is the best anti-virus for Mac. That's what I have. All those other programs are pure crap!
blicksflicks 2 years ago
yo, you like intego? I downloaded the Virus Barrier x5 (trial) and It froze during the first scan 3 times. Are you running snow leopard? ( I do) after that i just got avast it great rating all over the net, free, and so far it works good. but I dont think its as safe as Intego.
yigotown80 2 years ago
Well, I've used Virus Barrier X5 for a couple of years now, and it's always ran very well on OS X Leopard. I also upgraded to Snow Leopard, and it runs fine on Snow Leopard. I don't see why Virus Barrier X5 would freeze on you. That's strange. I have the same OS on my Mac, and it's never froze on me. Sorry to hear it froze on you. Maybe you have some outside application that's conflicting with Virus Barrier.
blicksflicks 2 years ago
hey dude, you have forgotten the excellent and award winning Intego VirusBarrier X5...you should install it, you'll change your mind :-)
henrydoth 3 years ago
yea sorry really henrydoth umm i also thought that after posting it i will repost it soon thanks
appleinsider607 3 years ago