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Ed4132

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Mar 22, 2009
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Honduras
Hello

I am trying Parallels because I need to work with DacEasy accounting software for windows, but I will not serf the internet with windows, I want to stay using Safari and mail to avoid viruses.

Now I want to know if I need to install antivirus, I change to Mac to avoid that.

Thanks
 
If you don't want to get the Windows VM infected and your surf the internet with Windows, then an AV software is advisable. Otherwise you will be safe.
 
If you give the virtual machine access to the internet, then I'd install antivirus software. If you block it from the net, then no need to as long as you are careful.
 
Hello

I am trying Parallels because I need to work with DacEasy accounting software for windows, but I will not serf the internet with windows, I want to stay using Safari and mail to avoid viruses.

Now I want to know if I need to install antivirus, I change to Mac to avoid that.

Thanks

Microsoft Security Essentials - free anti virus / anti malware from microsoft. Ive
used it as my sole product.

www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/
 
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