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I am new mac user and I didn't see threats about macs . . .
When will we have Spybot version for Macs?
thank you!
Hello and welcome.
MACS are not as susceptible to infection as PC's so there are not so many mainstream security programs offered for them. ;)
http://www.safer-networking.org/en/compatibility/macos.html
Apple MacOS
While I like the Macintosh and use an old Mac regularly for personal stuff, Spybot-S&D does not yet support MacOS. There are also no fixed plans for a Macintosh version yet, as it would need many additional resources.
As the Macintosh isn't as far spread as the Windows PC platform, it is also not a target that spyware makers have found yet. Therefore, the only targets that could be called spyware would be keyloggers and the like; for finding those I recommend using a regularly updated anti-virus program for Macintosh.
Cheers.
I see a lot about no virus, no spyware, no . . . , and so there is no need for antivirus neither Spybot . . . are we Mac users being negligents or just there is no risk at all?
I understand the proportion of Macs Vs PCs, but what will happen if by chance someone develop a virus or a spyware? Could it be a big crash in a small comunity?
thanks!
The Spyware Warrior Guide to Anti-Spyware Programs mentions Macscan for Macs:
http://spywarewarrior.com/asw-features.htm#rec
You'd have to scroll down a little to see,it's under the heading Anti-Spyware for the Mac.Says try or buy at the Macscan site.
Also, don't forget to check the Apple site for their own updates.
http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/