Anti Virus Protection Do you need to purchase Anti-Virus Program with this Mac Desktop?
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This says it is previously installed with OSX Snow leopard, Apple said since it was a 10.7 version it was OSX lion - how can you tell?
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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. Mountain Lion will protect you from Malicious software. Reality, Anything is Possible.
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I don't recall. I already owned a antivirus package. But I tell you this is a screaming machine. Have own for 18 months and it has been great.
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It comes with virus protection for a limited time. However, you could get free virus protection software from http://www.avira.com/en/avira-free-antivirus.
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if you mean antivirus, just choose your preference, I downloaded AVG and it has worked perfectly ..
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Billp studios produces Winpatrol. Many people like it, some don't. It can protect you from registry changes attempted by malware, but it also can pop up and bug you about programs that are legitimate. It is not an anti virus program though. If you really want good protection and utilities that keep things working well. Buy Norton anti virus and Norton Utilities. They are separate programs. I avoid the other Norton products, like their norton 360 etc. as they don't do as good a job and are too complicated.
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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.
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Add the MacBook in your scale of preferences and then you could get it and I guarantee you that Mac is one of the best products out there and you have no time buying antivirus no more
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Windows 7 was installed. Like any other computer "off the shelf" you are on your own for anti-virus. I use the AVG free version, myself, and have never had any problems.
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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. 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... » Read More 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. « Show Less
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McAfee antivirus with 90 day free trial is included. After 90 days I using Windows 8.1 defender which comes with OS.
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I am not real sure because when I received my computer I automatically had whatever came with this computer removed as far as the programs and had my computer tech install my anti virus software and my firewall sorry I could not be of much help to you
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You usually don't need an antivirus. I use history eraser &advanced; task killer on the regular &it; seems to keep my phone clean.
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No idea. I would call the HP Support Line. (Also: ... Win 8 comes will all the Anti-Virus program you need: DEFENDER. Meaning: I deleted the annoying Norton package all together and so far it looks like DEFENDER is doing in the back-ground all the work.)
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Like all Windows computers, it has Windows Defender built in. Alternative software, such as Norton, Kaspersky, or Trend Micro are not included, unless you buy this as a bundle.
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I've purchased a few of these netbooks and they generally have some (Norton or Trend Security so far) trial addition of anti virus software installed. The first thing I do before connecting to the internet is remove whichever program is installed. Then connect to the internet and download AVG Free. Its a great program and I haven't had any issues with either XP or Windows 7.
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No extra software that really is important. Norton antivirus comes with it but it is a limited time free. Everything in the specs for hardware.
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It has nothing to do with the computer. Without antivirus software or malware protection, the viruses will follow where ever you bring your infected files. Back up everything on to an external drive and run antivirus software on it to get rid of the files. Format your internal harddrive and reinstall your OS.