MacScan Review: Anti-Spyware Software for Mac OS X

by admin on February 8, 2010

macscan reviewAlthough it was once virtually unheard of, spyware is an increasingly common and serious problem for Mac users. With that in mind, MacScan seeks to provide a dedicated line of defence against spyware. This is a commercial application from SecureMac, which is otherwise known for its Mac security news website. With free options [click to continue…]

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VirusBarrier vs. ClamXav Review: You Decide

by admin on February 7, 2010

virusbarrier vs clamxavIt’s no longer the case that you can safely get by without an antivirus program for Mac.  Recent converts from Windows may be surprised to find just how many antivirus options there are for Mac, including some that are available exclusively for Mac.

Two of the most prominent of these are ClamXav and Intego VirusBarrier X6.  Both are widely used and recommended, but these are two very different programs, with different features and huge differences in performance.  Depending on [click to continue…]

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Can Macs Get Viruses? Do You Really Need Virus Protection for Macs?

February 6, 2010

While Windows users will consider virus protection for their computers a must by default, the situation is often different for Mac users. The claim that “there are no viruses for Mac” pops up variously in many places, forums and including even Apple’s own advertising.
However, this isn’t always exactly true.

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iAntiVirus Review: Free Mac Antivirus Software

February 6, 2010

iAntiVirus is a free program for Mac OS X which works to protect against viruses and malware, and does a reasonably good job of it, at that. It’s developed by PC Tools, an Australia-based company that offers a number of other security applications and utilities for Mac and Windows

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Intego VirusBarrier X6 Review – Mac Antivirus Software

February 4, 2010

VirusBarrier X6, the highly anticipated latest version of Intego’s security package for Mac was released in early 2010. Intego has been pretty successful in establishing itself as the leading specialist in Mac security software development, mainly thanks to the strong performance of the VirusBarrier series. Claiming over a hundred new features, VirusBarrier X6 [...]

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McAfee VirusScan for Mac: Antivirus Software Review

February 4, 2010

One of the big names in PC security, McAfee, also offers an antivirus package for Mac: the aptly named McAfee VirusScan for Mac.
Based on the name alone, this software should appeal to enterprise users who are looking for a reliable, comprehensive security package, but does it live up to the McAfee reputation (or its price [...]

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ClamXav: Free Mac Antivirus Software Review

February 4, 2010

ClamXav is perhaps the best-known free antivirus program for Mac. It’s actually based on the multiplatform open source application ClamAV.
What ClamXav adds is a graphical user interface. It also has an active community which acts as a de facto official source of technical support

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