Virus protection on Mac w/Windows? If it really is "necessary" and I opt NOT to run the protection, only Windows (&amp; any programs/files associated) would be affected -- not the Mac OS -- right?
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I would like to know how you ran Parallels on a G4 machine. The box says it is only compatible with Intel-based Macs. Parallels has a snapshot feature. If you get infected with a virus, you can always revert back to the last snapshot before the infection. Hint: take a snapshot after setting up Windows without a network connection, and after configuring it the way you like it. Then go onto the internet. A full install of the Parallels toolset opens up access to the Mac disc drives. Although a Windows virus would not infect the Mac environment via Parallels, it is possible that using an infected Windows Word to edit a Word doc on the Mac would definitely lead to a Macro virus infection of .doc files on the Mac. Sharing such a file with your correspondents would send them the virus, and they would then be infected. Also, Trojan Horses can execute code that can have devastating effects, especially if targetting the Mac. I am not aware of any of this type, but there is always a first time...
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No security. You'll need your security/antivirus system to be configured to scan/watch a mounted/external drive (or however its defined.) The ones I got have some software on it, but it's more of a privacy/encryption scheme than keeping you protected from downloaded nasties.
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Unfortunately, this product only runs on Windows. If you have VMWare or Parallels, you can run a Windows virtual machine on your Mac and install this in the virtual machine.
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I'm a Mac user not Windows. However, I believe it does not matter what system you are running as long as it's formatted correctly.
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you should use xp. xp is the best option because it is tried-and-true. also, this is the best option, because parallels (the other option) cost zillions, and don't work as well. just remember to get good antivirus software (even free ones are ok), because now you are using windows :P
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You can actually run Windows (any flavor) on the mac using VirtualBox. Once you have that in place you can run any Windows application in your mac
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Thanks for the info. I have VMware Fusion but just afraid to go the windows way!I read that once installed it will be vulnerable like PC and have to install all the anti-virus, spywar etc..What's ur experience like?Thanks
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this is not complete, only anti-virus.... works with XP. if u need complete, buy the total protection.
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Surely yes, as this system has been on the market for a while, I guess there should be virus that could affect this system. Try macfee, it works well on mine.
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I am not a hard core Apple man, however I have a strong dislike for the continual renewal and updates for antivirus, spy ware, trojan horses, and the like. I have not used the mac to its full potential, home use only, I still have a PC at work :/ Apple makes a very solid product and they are proud of it with pricing. I did buy the office for Mac to be more compatible on my home laptop. I have purchased two used mac laptops to use with employee training at work, again no antivirus needed :) The used one work fine for web based training. The Apple help staff are quite helpful in answering pre purchase questions or concerns. Hope this help someone.
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Hey, it's me again. I just went to there site and everything I saw said Mac compatible in the description, even though the Clickfree brand drives say "Multi-PC", I think one has to take the "PC" as a broad definition for any "personal computer", not just a windows. I still don't know if one can back up a Mac and a Windows computer on the same drive. The developers are REALLY bright from what I read in an article so I wouldn't be suprised! Just wanted to do some more research for you, but I still encourage you to go to there site as it is early in the morning and I'm getting ready for work... Cheers! Hey, it's me again. I just went to there site and everything I saw said Mac compatible in the description, even though the Clickfree brand drives say "Multi-PC", I think one has to take the "PC" as a broad definition for any "personal computer", not just a windows. I still don't know if one can back up a Mac and a Windows computer on the same drive. The developers are REALLY bright from what I read in an article so I wouldn't be suprised! Just wanted to do some more research for you, but I still encourage you to go to there site as it is early in the morning... » Read More Hey, it's me again. I just went to there site and everything I saw said Mac compatible in the description, even though the Clickfree brand drives say "Multi-PC", I think one has to take the "PC" as a broad definition for any "personal computer", not just a windows. I still don't know if one can back up a Mac and a Windows computer on the same drive. The developers are REALLY bright from what I read in an article so I wouldn't be suprised! Just wanted to do some more research for you, but I still encourage you to go to there site as it is early in the morning and I'm getting ready for work... Cheers! « Show Less
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No. Mountain Lion will protect you from Malicious software. Reality, Anything is Possible.
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It performs great on Mac OS X and installs in seconds with no performance impact. You can check out Webroot's Mac Security page with this url: http://www.webroot.com/En_US/consumer-products-secureanywhere-mac-security.html Mike R Webroot Community Support Team
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In the past we could say that have an Anti-Virus Program on your Mac was not necessary because Mac was not used by many people, but today it has become so well known operating system that now some people with bad intentions have it in their sights. By the way, it will be more secure if you install an Anti-Virus program in your Mac, for Mac Internet security I recommend: Little Snitch.
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No, best to invest in one. Even if Windows comes preloaded on your tower, it won't even come close to deal with all the spy/malware and viruses out there.
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I think the "Dual Install" ability on Windows and Mac is a great feature. My first purch was the Photoshop Elements 2006, I have an HP Laptop and a MacBook Pro so I had to buy them separate and it gets costly to do this. So buying one with the installation available for both my machines is great. I never buy software from a "download" I buy actual hardware, I want physical material in hand to find if needed to reinstall or look up info.
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I honestly do not know if you can. I believe its a yes, But...I I have never purchased a Apple Care for my Macs or protection for my PC's. If you are handy with maintaining your computers minimal knowledge you can fix things your self. I back up my stuff on external drives regularly you cant go wrong even if a major HD failure. I use "Super Duper" when I hit other snags I google the exact symptoms and always bail my self out every time.I only hit one minor snag in a couple of years and fixed it. The money I do save I use for other cool gadgets.