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 21/11/2012, 11:02 AM
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I tried to use avast for the mac, but it doesn't support it. this is what i used for the pc. what virus protection are you using? i would like to use something easy to install, because of my skill levels.
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21/11/2012, 11:09 AM
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I have used macs since 1991, never used virus protection and never had a virus on the macs, so can't help with software, sorry.
Unlike the MS-DOS and Windows machines in that time...... |
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21/11/2012, 11:24 AM
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If you search in the App Store, there are some available. I've never bothered though and have had no problems at all
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21/11/2012, 11:59 AM
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Of course we all need to take reasonable preacutions, but until it's demonstrated that there is a real risk to the security of Macs, I'm not goign down the anti-virus software path.
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21/11/2012, 11:59 AM
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QUOTE (dadathome @ 21/11/2012, 12:09 PM)  I have used macs since 1991, never used virus protection and never had a virus on the macs, so can't help with software, sorry. Unlike the MS-DOS and Windows machines in that time...... ^^^^ This. Have never ever used virus protection on the macs. I know they can get them, but they are very very very rare. I think there has only been one or two viruses created for a Mac in 20+ years. Here's a link to an SMH article - http://www.smh.com.au/digital-life/consume...0703-21ei4.html |
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21/11/2012, 12:01 PM
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I have the built-in firewall enabled, but no additional virus software. Never had a problem.
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21/11/2012, 12:02 PM
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Another long-time mac user with no virus protection here too
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21/11/2012, 12:20 PM
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yep all macs in this house and no known viruses ever.
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22/11/2012, 11:07 PM
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my son is downloading and playing games, which is why i was a bit concerned.
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22/11/2012, 11:47 PM
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no virus protection here and no problems. I download games and stuff as well and all is fine.
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