Disk defragmenter or other utilities?

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  1. joshua_msu, Jun 23, 2008

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    New to Mac here. Got a top of the line iMac. I was wondering if there is a disk defragmenter program similar to Windows, or any other utilities that should be run on a semi regular basis to keep my computer running fast and smooth? I use Safari, but I dunno if I am getting any spyware. Thanks.
     
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  2. MacDawg, Jun 23, 2008

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    You are not likely to get any kind of virus or spyware on the Mac, so you should be OK there

    Also, most will tell you there is no need for a defragmenter either

    Welcome to the Mac and OSX... it isn't Windows

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  3. patrick0brien, Jun 23, 2008

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    -joshua_msu

    He's right. Nothing to worry about - just make sure Volume Journaling is "On" in the Disk Utility and you're all set.
     
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