Do Macs come with antivirus software?

Does the MacBook Pro come with antivirus software? I'm a fisrt time mac owner. If not, what is good for mac?

steve359 wrote:
Under "System Preferences > Security", there is a "Firewall", which was turned OFF by default on my system, but should be turned on.
I disagree with that. If you are behind a router there is no need for a computer firewall. All they seem to do is make it harder to network the computer with others. There is a reason it is turned off by default, IE it is not needed. But it is there for the paranoid among us.

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I have a MacBook Pro, does it come with antivirus software already installed?, I have a MacBook Pro, does it come with antivirus software already installed?

I have a MacBook Pro, does it come with antivirus softwarealready installed or do I need to purchase it.

No. You don't need it. But if you did you could use the freeware ClamXav 2.2.1.

Does windows intune come with antivirus software?

Is windows intune an Antivirus software as well?

Hi,
yes it does, Endpoint Protection is part of Windows Intune.
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Jörgen
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Does my new mac pro retina come with antivirus. And, for how long

does my new mac pro retina come with antivirus? And, for how long?

Yes it does.
It's called OS X Lion - fully updated.
There are no known viruses for MAC OS.
Your current OS is your best protection
If however, you want to feel more secured, download ClamX AV and do a scan once a week to give you peace of mind.
Good luck

Does my iMac come with antivirus? What's best antivirus to get? Where to find?

Does my iMac — purchased within the last two months with Version 10.7.3 — come with antivirus? I can't find it on my system. If not, what's the best antivirus to get? Where do I find it?

It's integratedd into OS X. You don't need any anti-virus software. See:
Helpful Links Regarding Flashback Trojan and Virus Protection
An excellent link to read is Tom Reed's Mac Malware Guide.
A link to a great User Tip about the trojan: Flashback Trojan User Tip.
To check for the trojan: Anti Flashback Trojan 2.0.4.
A Google search can reveal a variety of alternatives on how the remove the trojan should your computer get infected. This can get you started. Or the preferred method is to use Apple's protection tool: Flashback Malware Removal Tool 1.0.
Or, open Software Update. If you do not have the Apple protection software installed it will download and install it via Software Update. If no update appears that means you either already have it installed or it isn't needed for your system. The software is only available for Leopard, Snow Leopard, and Lion versions of OS X.
Also see Apple's article About Flashback malware.
For general anti-virus protection I only recommend using ClamXav.

Does macbook air computers come with antivirus protection?

I bought a mac book air 9/2013. Do macbook air computers come with antivirus protection?

Do macbook air computers come with antivirus protection?
Its operating system does. OS X already includes everything it needs to protect itself from viruses and malware. Keep it that way with software updates from Apple.
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.

Doe's the mac come with windows 7?

Does the MAC come with windows 7?

No. You can run Windows on a Mac in several different ways, but all require that you purchase Windows separately. Apple only supplies the Windows drivers needed to integrate with the Apple hardware.
Windows on Intel Macs
There are presently several alternatives for running Windows on Intel Macs.
Install the Apple Boot Camp software. Purchase Windows XP w/Service Pak2, Vista, or Windows 7. Follow instructions in the Boot Camp documentation on installation of Boot Camp, creating Driver CD, and installing Windows. Boot Camp enables you to boot the computer into OS X or Windows.
Parallels Desktop for Mac and Windows XP, Vista Business, Vista Ultimate, or Windows 7. Parallels is software virtualization that enables running Windows concurrently with OS X.
VM Fusionand Windows XP, Vista Business, Vista Ultimate, or Windows 7. VM Fusion is software virtualization that enables running Windows concurrently with OS X.
CrossOver which enables running many Windows applications without having to install Windows. The Windows applications can run concurrently with OS X.
VirtualBox is a new Open Source freeware virtual machine such as VM Fusion and Parallels that was developed by Solaris. It is not as fully developed for the Mac as Parallels and VM Fusion.
Note that Parallels and VM Fusion can also run other operating systems such as Linux, Unix, OS/2, Solaris, etc. There are performance differences between dual-boot systems and virtualization. The latter tend to be a little slower (not much) and do not provide the video performance of the dual-boot system. See MacTech.com's Virtualization Benchmarking for comparisons of Boot Camp, Parallels, and VM Fusion. Boot Camp is only available with Leopard or Snow Leopard. Except for Crossover and a couple of similar alternatives like DarWine you must have a valid installer disc for Windows.
You must also have an internal optical drive for installing Windows. Windows cannot be installed from an external optical drive.

Audition CC not showing up ANY VSTs.. even the ones that come with the Software.

Trying to use Audition to it's "fullest" and NOTHING is showing up in the Audio Plug-In Manager, VST or VST 3 fly out panels. I've scanned several folders with no success. I've also tried various suggestions, like installing jbridge, etc. and others mentioned online but nothing has worked. Any feedback on this? Thanks!
-jason

If you have this file:
"C:\Users\YOUR_USER_NAME\AppData\Roaming\Adobe\Audition\7.0\AudioPluginManagerSettings.xml "
Can you please send a copy of it to [email protected]?
Secondly, can you post a screenshot of what your audio plug-in manager window looks like. I'd like to see the folders you're scanning.
Thirdly, what happens when you try add an effect that comes with the software:
a) Effects > Amplitude and Compression > Amplify...
b) Effects > Amplitude and Compression > DeEsser...

Do mac computers require antivirus software

do mac computers require antivirus software?

Except as noted above, you just need to keep Mac OS X up to date and use common sense.
Avoid downloading software from sources other than the Mac App Store and the developer's site.
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Didn't AppleCare used to come with diagnostic software?

I believe AppleCare used to to come with diagnostic software. I believe it was TechTools by MicroMat, am I correct? Why did they stop including it?
Is it good software and worth buying & having a copy?

Is TechTool Pro worth the extra cost?
Here's the macupdate.com download page for TextTool Pro as well as DiskWarrior and Drive Genius:
TechTool Pro
DiskWarrior
Drive Genius
I'm giving you those links because macupdate shows reviews from users of this stuff. Of these three (and apparently all the same price) I would recommend DW ofer TTP. I'm "neutral" on DG. But read the reviews for yourself. Another place for reviews is to check Amazon.
I view these utiilities as file system utilities more or less in the same category as Disk Utility. The Apple Hardware Test can be used, as its title suggests, for attempting to validate your hardware (e.g., ram).

Does Droid 2 comes with Antivirus Protection?

Does Droid 2 comes with Antivirus Protection standard or do you have to install an app for it... If it does not come standard, does anyone have recommendations for the best antivirus app?
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pool_shark wrote:
Has anyone ever actually known of anyone getting a virus on a smartphone?
This is my 3rd smartphone and I have never gotten a virus. I use it for surfing the web, email, watching movies, word docs, etc.
I know plenty of people with smartphones and none of them have ever gotten a virus either.
Coming from experience here....I got a text from a friend that prompted to download something. I thought my friend was sending me a picture or sound. I downloaded it, but then the download disappeared. I never found it. Called my friend later to ask what she sent. She said she sent me nothing at all. Later on down the road I got Lookout Security. That app found a harmful thing in my phone. I believe it was from that thing I downloaded from my friend.
Safe is better then having troubles later on.

Will a new iPhone 4 come with new software installed?

I just ordered a new iPhone 4. Not a 4S. Will it come with updated software? Or will I have to update it myself?

Yes... it will come with either 5.01 or 5.1 installed... most likely 5.1 as it's been out for several weeks.
Apple does not have huge warehouses of merchandise just sitting around, it's likely the new iPhone 4 you just purchased came off of a cargo ship or out of a cargo plane within the last month directly from the factory.

Do refurbished Macs come with Yosemite loaded?

Do refurbished Macs come with Yosemite loaded?

KeegDaddy wrote:
Just bought a Refurbished Macbook Pro with Retina Display 15.4in (Feb. 2013) and was wondering if it came pre installed with Mavericks.
I would doubt it as Mavericks was only released a few days ago. Check under About This Mac and it will tell you what OSX it is running.
Cheers
Pete

Why apple dont come with Faceunlock software?

Why apple dont come with Faceunlock software?

They tried, but some faces are so...well, let's put it this way...too many screens just cracked. It was abandoned.

Does my Mac need any antivirus software, or is this already built in?

This question has probably been asked many times, but I'm still very confused! I've heard completely different things, saying I don't need antivirus software and I do. I sometimes use websites with a risk of viruses to watch TV programmes and films online or to download music etc, so perhaps it is safer to download some software? Any answers would be great!

My recommendation used to be no. However, in the present environment, I don't believe that's valid anymore. This is just my opinion. My suggestion is to look at this:
http://www.clamxav.com/
Or this:
http://www.sophos.com/en-us/products/free-tools/sophos-antivirus-for-mac-home-ed ition.aspx
Both are free & won't necessarily muck up your system. Read about both & decide yourself.
Also, read this:
http://www.reedcorner.net/guides/macvirus/#needav

Do Macs come with antivirus software?

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