Newbie Q's Anti-Virus/Adjust Level

[Chippy99]

It's not about "scoring points" but making sure that misinformation isn't posted. I certainly recognize that many, including you, make very helpful contributions. Occasionally, additional or corrective information is needed to make sure readers aren't misinformed. I've read your opening post, as well as every post in this thread. Having Java installed for apps is different from having Java installed in your web browser.

Do you mean Javascript? Javascript is of course not the same as Java and you need Javascript for proper functioning of many websites. Disabliing Javascript is not really a viable option. But equally, it's not really much (any?) security risk either. Java itself is the more serious concern and that is what I was referring to.

 

[GGJstudios]

Do you mean Javascript?

No, I don't mean Javascript. Read the "What security steps should I take?" section of the Mac Virus/Malware FAQ.

 

[Chippy99]

No, I don't mean Javascript. Read the "What security steps should I take?" section of the Mac Virus/Malware FAQ.

I don't need to.

 

[FreemanW]

Hi Guys, a short intro. In the 70's I used a large mainframe with punchcards a few time for class projects. I graduated with a worthless degree so in the 80's went back to school where I used a Commodore and an Apple, liked the Apple. When I went to work they were using IBMs with DOS, I asked the IT manager why don't we use Apple? "Because there are 10 time more programs with IBM."- End of Conversation. So after years of using Windows I got a iMac r5K, why?, not sure, just felt right. I do CAD work so I still need Windows, here are a few questions-

- I've read some people here saying don't bother with anti-virus, but I'm using Windows with Parallels so should I definitely install something? One person said that with Mac no need, just don't visit shaky sites, impossible!

- I sure wish I could lower the screen. I notice that bar seems to be made of metal, can you successfully apply pressure and bring the screen lower?

- Sure wish there was a Split Vertical or similar command in Yosemite to quickly bring order to the windows on the screen, anything like that?

I'll probably have more questions, I appreciate your help. This is a great forum, lots of activity.

With regard to antivirus and/or Internet Security software . . . . You will want to treat your installation of Windows within Parallels just as you would ANY Windows installation. One very good source for viewing A/V performance and testing results would be A/V Comparatives

WRT protecting your Apple environment and OS X . . . . . you will want to keep all of your software up to date, use Safari, and employ Adblock and Ghostery. The occasional scan with the free Sophos or Bitdefender won't hurt anything.

I do not believe that it is necessary to consume system resources with an antivirus tool continually running in the background, but then, your mileage may vary.

As far as screen height adjustment . . . . NO, just no, do not bend the metal.

As for split screen, not so much. Using a Magic Mouse or Apple Touchpad you can facilitate switching screens with the simple swipe of your fingers. It doesn't get much easier than that.