Do i need to buy anti-virus or internet security for my new mac?

Do I need to buy anti-virus or internet security for my new mac?

No.
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  • Anti-Virus Software/Internet Security Suite

    What Anti-Virus Software/Internet Security Suite should I use with my iMAC G5. I know that I shouldn't have any problems with my MAC, but just in case I would like to install security software.
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  • I have a lot of videos processed using elements 2.  I have bought a MAC.  If I buy the newest version of elements for my new mac, will i be able to easily transfer the videos to the newest version i.e. will the new software automatically integrate the wor

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    phyli2
    What is your "Elements 2" - Photoshop Elements 2 or Premiere Elements 2? For now I will assume Premiere Elements 2 which had to be on some version of Windows.
    What do you have from Premiere Elements 2 - project files (.prel) or exports to file formats such as .avi or .mpg or .mov?
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    Please supply more details so that we can fine tune the reply. Any questions or need clarification, please do not hesitate to ask.
    Thank you.
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  • Need advice: Buy current MBP model or wait for the new MBP?

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    Wait until today's event ends, see what results, and if the new MBPs are not what you want, there will still be plenty of the older ones available from retailers (smalldog.com for example). They'll be cheaper after today too.

  • Is it worth it to buy the Apple Care Protection Plan for a new Mac Laptop?

    I was thinking of purchasing the Mac Book Air and I was wondering whether the warranty (which costs $250.00) is worth getting.

    Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
    You may or may not have to use it in the future, but it's worth, and more with the MacBook Air. The MacBook Air has got near all the parts soldered onto the logic board, so if one of these soldered parts fail, the whole logic board has to be replaced. A logic board costs half of the price of a new MacBook Air or more, so you should purchase AppleCare to prevent this type of things.
    The MacBook Air has got everything soldered onto the logic board except the flash storage, so you should get AppleCare if you don't want to pay a lot of money to get your computer repaired

  • Do I need buy anti virus for ipad mini?

    Do I need to buy anti virus for ipad mini?

    Nope as long as you don't jailbreak or do anything else the software cannot get viruses

  • I have a mac book pro osx 10.7.5. Do I need to get anti-virus security software

    I have a mac book pro osx 10.7.5. i do not have a virus checker. Do I need to get anti-virus security software that will protect against the new virus? And what would you recommend.
    Thanks

    There will always be a "new virus". Is this the recent threat you are concerned about?
    http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-27681236
    It only affects Windows PCs, which is usually the case.
    have a mac book pro osx 10.7.5. i do not have a virus checker.
    Those two statements contradict each other. OS X 10.7.5 already includes everything it needs to protect itself from viruses and malware. Keep it that way with software updates from Apple. Installing third party "anti-virus" software cannot possibly protect you from all threats, whether they exist today, or may occur at any time in the future. Such products are far more likely to cause random instability, crashes, loss of data, time, money, or all the above, while providing nothing other than a misplaced sense of complacency - a threat all to itself.
    The sky is perpetually falling for so-called "news" outlets. It has been so for many people since the beginning of time, and it will remain so for all eternity. Don't confuse fearmongering with becoming informed.
    A much better question is "how should I protect my Mac":
    Never install any product that claims to "speed up", "clean up", "optimize", or "accelerate" your Mac. Without exception, they will do the opposite.
    Never install pirated or "cracked" software, software obtained from dubious websites, or other questionable sources. Illegally obtained software is almost certain to contain malware.
    Don’t supply your password in response to a popup window requesting it, unless you know what it is and the reason your credentials are required.
    Don’t open email attachments from email addresses that you do not recognize, or click links contained in an email:
    Most of these are scams that direct you to fraudulent sites that attempt to convince you to disclose personal information.
    Such "phishing" attempts are the 21st century equivalent of a social exploit that has existed since the dawn of civilization. Don’t fall for it.
    Apple will never ask you to reveal personal information in an email. If you receive an unexpected email from Apple saying your account will be closed unless you take immediate action, just ignore it. If your iTunes or App Store account becomes disabled for valid reasons, you will know when you try to buy something or log in to this support site, and are unable to.
    Don’t install browser extensions unless you understand their purpose. Go to the Safari menu > Preferences > Extensions. If you see any extensions that you do not recognize or understand, simply click the Uninstall button and they will be gone.
    Don’t install Java unless you are certain that you need it:
    Java, a non-Apple product, is a potential vector for malware. If you are required to use Java, be mindful of that possibility.
    Java can be disabled in System Preferences.
    Despite its name JavaScript is unrelated to Java. No malware can infect your Mac through JavaScript. It’s OK to leave it enabled.
    Block browser popups: Safari menu > Preferences > Security > and check "Block popup windows":
    Popup windows are useful and required for some websites, but popups have devolved to become a common means to deliver targeted advertising that you probably do not want.
    Popups themselves cannot infect your Mac, but many contain resource-hungry code that will slow down Internet browsing.
    If you ever see a popup indicating it detected registry errors, that your Mac is infected with some ick, or that you won some prize, it is 100% fraudulent. Ignore it.
    Ignore hyperventilating popular media outlets that thrive by promoting fear and discord with entertainment products arrogantly presented as "news". Learn what real threats actually exist and how to arm yourself against them:
    The most serious threat to your data security is phishing. To date, most of these attempts have been pathetic and are easily recognized, but that is likely to change in the future as criminals become more clever.
    OS X viruses do not exist, but intentionally malicious or poorly written code, created by either nefarious or inept individuals, is nothing new.
    Never install something without first knowing what it is, what it does, how it works, and how to get rid of it when you don’t want it any more.
    If you elect to use "anti-virus" software, familiarize yourself with its limitations and potential to cause adverse effects, and apply the principle immediately preceding this one.
    Most such utilities will only slow down and destabilize your Mac while they look for viruses that do not exist, conveying no benefit whatsoever - other than to make you "feel good" about security, when you should actually be exercising sound judgment, derived from accurate knowledge, based on verifiable facts.
    Do install updates from Apple as they become available. No one knows more about Macs and how to protect them than the company that builds them.
    Summary: Use common sense and caution when you use your Mac, just like you would in any social context. There is no product, utility, or magic talisman that can protect you from all the evils of mankind.

  • Shall i buy anti virus software for my MAC pro lion

    Do I need to install anti-virus software for my Mac pro?

    You do not need any anti-virus for a Mac.
    Do not download any software from the web to protect your Mac.
    Apple releases updates that will offer all the protection a Mac needs.
    Keep the software updated.
    Many in this community use ClamXav and recommend using it.
    Best.

  • I am new to mac, is there any need to install Anti-Virus on my MacBook Pro ?

    I surf the internet and watch some videos, is there any need to install anti virus on my mac ?
    Thanks in advance.

    Have a look here  >  Antivirus Discussion
    More Info Here  >  http://www.reedcorner.net/mmg/

  • Is my understanding correct that you do not need to have anti-virus, malware, etc. for an iPad?

    Is my understanding correct that you do not need to have anti-virus, malware, etc. for an iPad?

    You do still need to be smart on the internet. YOu can be phished just as easily on an iPad that you can on a computer. So be smart with your internetting. THe iPad does offer a user more protection than a regular PC but a user's actions can change that.
    ANd the relative immunity to viruses apply to non-jailbroken devices.

  • Should I buy anti-virus software for new iMac?

    Just purchased my first iMac and Ive been reading that I really dont need antivirus protection, is this true? In the past I've always bought Norton Internet Security for my pc's.

    You certainly don't need to BUY it. The free ClamXav will do:
    There are many forms of ‘Malware’ that can affect a computer system, of which ‘a virus’ is but one type, ‘trojans’ another. Using the strict definition of a computer virus, no viruses that can attack OS X have so far been detected 'in the wild', i.e. in anything other than laboratory conditions. The same is not true of other forms of malware, such as Trojans. Whilst it is a fairly safe bet that your Mac has NOT been infected by a virus, it may have another security-related problem, but more likely a technical problem unrelated to any malware threat.
    You may find this User Tip on Viruses, Trojan Detection and Removal, as well as general Internet Security and Privacy, useful:
    https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-2435
    The User Tip (which you are welcome to print out and retain for future reference) seeks to offer guidance on the main security threats and how to avoid them.
    More useful information can also be found here:
    http://www.reedcorner.net/mmg/

  • I Opened A Strange Attachment, Do I need To Install Anti Virus Software?

    I have Yahoo Mail and recently received some emails from myself with strange attachments. Similar emails were sent to random contacts in my Yahoo contact list. I did not send these emails. When I changed my email password, these emails stopped. However, I'm worried my iMac G5 (OS 10.6.4) has a virus because I opened one of the attachments. Also, could a worm virus on my IMac have caused these emails? Yahoo advised me to run anti-virus software. Do I need to run anti-virus software and if so, which one? I've been reading online that anti virus software can cause more harm than good and make your mac "buggy," whatever that means.

    P NewYork wrote:
    I've been reading online that anti virus software can cause more harm than good and make your mac "buggy," whatever that means.
    Yes, you read right! There are no known viruses that attack OS X and other exploits are very rare.
    It sounds like your email address is being spoofed.
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoofing_attack
    This means that infected PC is going through its contact list and sending spoofed as that address.
    There's nothing you can do but alert your PC friends.
    EDIT: Are these emails actually being sent by your Mac? Check in Sent mail folder?
    If you feel you MUST run AV software to prove you have nothing , do a scan with ClamXav a mac friendly freeware app.
    -mj
    Message was edited by: macjack

  • What anti virus software is recommended for iphone 3gs

    what anti-virus software is recommended for iphone 3GS?

    You don't need it for an iPhone, assuming that you have not made any unauthorised changes to the OS, such as jailbreaking.

  • Do I need to buy the OS x Mountain Lion for every computer i own?

    Do I need to buy the OS x Mountain Lion for every computer I own? 
    Or is there a certain limit of computers I can upgrade.

    As long as you control the computer (wife, children) you can share.  But only the AppleID that bought ML can update it.

  • Do I need to buy  internet security for my Mac

    Do I need to purchase a internet security for my mac?

    No. Any such software for the Mac is usually worthless; Mac OS X has protection of its own, and the free ClamXav can be used to detect and remove Windows viruses.
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