What are best security measures for a Mac?

What's the best security for my computer



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Mac mini, macOS 15.6

Posted on Sep 2, 2025 07:23 AM

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Sep 2, 2025 07:39 AM in response to squeser

squeser wrote:

What's the best security for my computer


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Original Title: best security

With respect to what? What are you concerned about?

Storage

Remote access

Passwords

Encryption

Additional users

Third-party apps

Email

In-public use

Traveling

Shipping

Repair

Backups

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Review the following sites to learn more about securing your Mac.

Security features for MacBook Air - Apple Support

Protect your Mac from malware - Apple Support



Sep 2, 2025 07:50 AM in response to squeser

To add to my colleagues questions


Windows-like viruses that self-replicate and affect macOS don’t exist because of the underlying UNIX Foundation and permission limitations.


The macOS operating system resides in a sealed and read-only volume that can’t be opened by users or third-party applications.


Mac app security enhancements are sufficient to protect computers from malware.


Adware and Malware can affect computers and are often downloaded from “shady” websites or developers who inject them into downloads.


Source: User tip from @Kurt Lang


What is malware? - Apple Community


What are best security measures for a Mac?

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