I have an old MacAir, purchased in 2011. It uses macOS Sierra Version 10.12.6. I used to use TrendMicro but they told me the other day they not longer can support this old computer. So, I have no anti-virus right now. Can any suggest the best way to get the right security / anti-virus program. What can I do?
Charles6634 wrote:
I have an old MacAir, purchased in 2011. It uses macOS Sierra Version 10.12.6. I used to use TrendMicro but they told me the other day they not longer can support this old computer. So, I have no anti-virus right now. Can any suggest the best way to get the right security / anti-virus program. What can I do?
Do not install any third party app that claims to protect, manage, clean, boost performance, etc. Such apps, including antivirus apps are not needed. They use system resources while providing no benefit. And they may cause problems. The Mac operating system manages system security very well.
Charles6634 wrote:
I have an old MacAir, purchased in 2011. It uses macOS Sierra Version 10.12.6. I used to use TrendMicro but they told me the other day they not longer can support this old computer. So, I have no anti-virus right now. Can any suggest the best way to get the right security / anti-virus program. What can I do?
Do not install any third party app that claims to protect, manage, clean, boost performance, etc. Such apps, including antivirus apps are not needed. They use system resources while providing no benefit. And they may cause problems. The Mac operating system manages system security very well.
What about Malwarebytes? I'm running the free version, now (Catalina OS). There's an option to upgrade (subscription, I guess) that I haven't tried.
Mawarebytes is the software that Apple seems to recommend.
The best protection for MacBooks is an updated MacOS. But since you are unable to perform a software update due to unsupported hardware, the best I can recommend is Malwarebytes.
I personally tried it before (albeit on a Windows device) and had a very good experience. Their toolkit remover also helped me remove viruses that are deeply embedded into the operating system.
MalwareBytes is a great tool for virus detection and cleanup, but it should only be used for a one time scan if you are having trouble. Take the advice from BobTheFisherman, and don't install any third party software that runs continually or on startup. That includes MalwareBytes.
anonymous-imac-user wrote:
What about Malwarebytes? I'm running the free version, now (Catalina OS). There's an option to upgrade (subscription, I guess) that I haven't tried.
Mawarebytes is the software that Apple seems to recommend.
MalwareBytes is often recommended in these communities. It is a good tool for identifying malware. It is not an antivirus app. Only run MalwareBytes if malware is suspected. Do not run it continuously in the background.
See this user tip for additional information about running third party apps: Effective defenses against malware and ot… - Apple Community
You don't need any anti virus / or cleaner that is installed in Mac , click on finder > applications select them and move to trash , restart the Mac and empty the trash .
See Install and uninstall apps from the internet or a disc on Mac - Apple Support
Thank you! This is very helpful.
MAC 10.13.6 macOS High Sierra, Mid 2010. is there any security soft ware for this old MAC?
I am retired. Do you recommend a new MAC Air with a M1 or M2 chip or a 2020 MAC with a M1 chip?
best antivirus for old MacAir
