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Norton Internet Security 5 for Mac® (For OS X 10.7 Lion) worth the money?
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gawd no.
Common sense and a firewall are all you need.
The various "security" programs often leave system more vulnerable than before.
Common sense and a firewall are all you need.
The various "security" programs often leave system more vulnerable than before.
You don't need anything. OSx gives you great security with a solid built in firewall.
You don't need any 3rd party antivirus app to keep your Mac malware-free. Macs are not immune to malware, but no true viruses exist in the wild that can run on Mac OS X, and there never have been any since it was released over 10 years ago. You cannot infect your Mac simply by visiting a website, unzipping a file, opening an email attachment or joining a network. The only malware in the wild that can affect Mac OS X is a handful of trojans, which cannot infect your Mac unless you actively install them, and they can be easily avoided with some basic education, common sense and care in what software you install. Also, Mac OS X Snow Leopard and Lion have anti-malware protection built in, further reducing the need for 3rd party antivirus apps.
- Make sure your built-in Mac firewall is enabled in System Preferences > Security > Firewall
- Uncheck "Enable Java" in Safari > Preferences > Security.
- Uncheck "Open "safe" files after downloading" in Safari > Preferences > General
- Be careful to only install software from trusted, reputable sites. Never install pirated software. If you're not sure about an app, ask in this forum before installing.
- Never let someone else have physical access to install anything on your Mac.
Norton has absolutely awful mac products.
Plus why in the world would you want to give money to a security company that was hacked 6 years ago, didn't know it, and now is dealing with the prospect that their source code being stolen by Anonymous
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Plus why in the world would you want to give money to a security company that was hacked 6 years ago, didn't know it, and now is dealing with the prospect that their source code being stolen by Anonymous
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That's true, and it's no wonder! The original Norton doesn't exactly inspire confidence!
That's true, and it's no wonder! The original Norton doesn't exactly inspire confidence!
By the way, maflynn, your new avatar looks great!
Not completely true. It's a big piece of crap for windows too.
What isn't completely true? I never said it wasn't crap on Windows.Not completely true. It's a big piece of crap for windows too.
If u are crazy about security and malware go for free alternatives like ClamAv or Sophos. Norton isn't a good alternative even for Windows. Don't pay money something might not be so effective and make ur computer slow.
On the other note if you are on Windows Microsoft Security essential and common sense can prevent you from all malwares and viruses.
On the other note if you are on Windows Microsoft Security essential and common sense can prevent you from all malwares and viruses.
Thanks, I can't lay claim to making it, just made it fit the size of an avatar. I grabbed it from one of the phone wallpapers I came across here or somewhere, not sure, it was on my computer and I decided to use it
As for Norton on windows, it is better then some of the other competing apps, but to be honest I use the free version of AVG on windows. The problem is you need something for windows, you don't need anything for the Mac
I thought I recognized it from a wallpaper, but it looks great as an avatar!Thanks, I can't lay claim to making it, just made it fit the size of an avatar. I grabbed it from one of the phone wallpapers I came across here or somewhere, not sure, it was on my computer and I decided to use it
I've used and recommended AVG on Windows for years and never had a single threat get through. When I first switched from Norton to AVG, it felt like I had a new computer, as AVG used far less system resources than Norton had.
I sure don't miss Windows!
As said above, steer clear of Sophos and Norton, etc. Just follow the advice here and use ClamAV ("ClamXAv" has a nice GUI). I scan with ClamAV once every two weeks or so, and mainly just to protect the Windows computers on my network...
ClamXav is the only app I'd recommend, if someone insists on running AV. However, if the Windows PCs on your network have their own antivirus running (as they should) then even ClamXav isn't necessary. I encourage you to read: What about sending files to Windows users? from the: Mac Virus/Malware FAQ
You can still use it if you like, but it's not needed. Also, ClamXav has a Sentry feature which, if enabled, will use significant system resources to constantly scan. Disable the Sentry feature. You don't need it. (If you're familiar with it, you may have already done this, but others may not know about this.)
Agreed, I am not a fan of Sentry. The windows boxes are roommates', so no guarantees on their configuration- it's more of a nicety and covering myself (they are not really very computer savvy, and would probably quickly blame my "different" OS's sadly) than concern.
Thanks for the link to that guide though, just sent it to my sister who just got a MBPro.
Credit me with an error! I read it wrong. I agree with you agreeing with me!.... agreeing with you!
Make sure to NOT open a naked_girl.dmg file if you download it
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You can also get FREE antimalware/spyware/virus/trojan protection (for windows). It's called Microsoft Security Essentials.
lol i would not run anything microsoft made for anti virus or malware i remember years ago on xp when bit defender of theirs came out it deleted ie it thought it was malware
Gone are the days of Windows XP. Windows 7 is way better in every sense that u can think of. And I have been using security essential since 2 years works without any issue.