Norton Security (UK readers only)

[Brawdy14]

Hello 🙂

This article claims that one should not use Norton on an Apple computer.

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-2435

BT provide this very software as part of their BT 'Protect' package.

About Cyber Threat Protect and how to activate it | Security Help | | BT Help

Discover how Cyber Threat Protect will keep your PC, Mac and mobile devices safe from identity theft and other online threats.

www.bt.com

I'd welcome your views on the wisdom or otherwise of using Norton.

 

[Dave Braine]

It's been the considered opinion for as long as I've been using a Mac(15 years). Plus the fact that there is no need, unless you have Windows installed.

 

[Brawdy14]

This article also supports what you say, Dave:- https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-8841

What is the best way to notify BT that the advice which they are giving is incorrect?

 

[hg.wells]

It’s all down to user preference, Mac OS has built in security and protection against malware and viruses, but some users may want that additional level of protection.

Norton makes an application for Mac OS so BT can recommend it to users. I don’t think you’re going to change BT’s mind on what they recommend.

 

[Dave Braine]

What is the best way to notify BT that the advice which they are giving is incorrect?

I wouldn't bother.

People do install AV software on Macs. This one is on the App Store, but Norton AV has a reputation causing problems on Macs.

Intego VirusBarrier Scanner App - App Store

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apps.apple.com

 

[AMacisforlife]

You should try DetectX Swift, an excellent alternative to Malwarebytes.

DetectX

kicking out badware on macOS since 2014

sqwarq.com

Incidentally don’t BT have a user forum? Surety it’s a better place to discuss this matter?

 

[Brawdy14]

You should try DetectX Swift, an excellent alternative to Malwarebytes.

DetectX

kicking out badware on macOS since 2014

sqwarq.com

Incidentally don’t BT have a user forum? Surety it’s a better place to discuss this matter?

Thank you for mentioning DetectX Swift.

Yes, BT does have a user forum, but I've never enjoyed my posting experiences there.

 

[tarsins]

I wouldn't install "Norton" stuff on any computer TBH. It's no longer anything to do with Peter Norton, who is a respected figure in PC history, and is a slow, resource-hungry POS.