Security – TECHYING https://techying.com Best Tech News & Updates Wed, 20 May 2020 18:04:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://techying.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/lgog-small.jpg Security – TECHYING https://techying.com 32 32 Best antivirus for Mac: Get the best protection from viruses https://techying.com/apple/best-antivirus-for-mac-get-the-best-protection-from-viruses/ Wed, 20 May 2020 18:04:27 +0000 https://techying.com/?p=1837 Although Mac devices are a low target of viruses and malware, still they are not […]

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Although Mac devices are a low target of viruses and malware, still they are not exempted to get an attack. There is a possibility that Mac users can fall into a trap of ransomware (a malware that encrypts files like document and mailboxes and deletes the original file), password theft, or stolen iPhone data.

In the mentioned cases, a good antivirus can protect you from these malicious viruses or an attempt to steal your personal information. The antivirus will stop your Mac from being a carrier for malware intended at other operating systems, and keep away those infected files from machines which you are working.

There are many antiviruses in the market, providing their service by protecting devices, but only a few of them are up to the mark regarding performance. Among the best antiviruses for Mac users, Sophos Home Premium for Mac is remarkable, which is a paid version and the second antivirus is AVG which is free to use. 

Sophos Home Premium

Sophos Home Premium has a very efficient malware detection and protection system. Sophos uses the latest approach to combat malware. The continuous monitoring against unwanted applications and ransomware is the reason for a pick.

AVG Antivirus

For those who don’t want a premium service like Sophos can get their hands on free antivirus. The AVG antivirus is the one that a Mac user can trust in it. The AVG provides exceptional security against viruses, email threats and malware. Just install it and let the software do the magic on its own.

On the free version, you can protect what’s coming to your Mac via downloads, but if you want an extra layer of security you can have to upgrade it to the pro version, in the pro version you will be having protection from ransomware, phishing and WIFI checker to monitor devices on your home network. Whether you have a pro version or a free version it is a good choice to remain safe and secure.

What to look for in antivirus software

Antivirus must have the capability to cancel out any hazards before it starts destruction files. It should be able to stop users from downloading, installing, or executing malicious software.

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