
Do you need antivirus for Mac? Macs do get viruses and malware, but Apple includes its own virus protections in macOS that should keep you safe. We explain what they are and why they may not be enough.
Do Macs get viruses? Do Macs need antivirus software? The answers to these questions aren’t as simple as they might seem. In this article, we look at the dangers faced by Mac users, and the pros and cons of using Mac antivirus software.
Historically, the Mac has been considered safe and secure for a number of reasons that we will go into below, but in recent years the consensus has fluctuated. The number of Mac viruses is growing each year.
By Karen Haslam, Managing Editor, Macworld the full story is available to read here.