Pavel Varenka Malware behaves differently on smartphones and desktop computers. Therefore, it is necessary to use more complex solutions on computers than in the case of smartphones. For this reason, we have prepared for you another list of the best applications that will help you fully secure your macOS and avoid unwelcome problems. Although many people claim that Macs are generally safe and avoid viruses, this is not always the case and it is better to have an alternative solution in place to protect you in case Apple's security fails.
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Benjamin Levicek Avast Security for Mac
We already introduced the legendary antivirus from the Czech Avast in the previous part of this series, but that does not change the fact that it is, in short, software that deserves a mention. At least in the case of Mac, this is a lightweight and user-friendly version that offers significantly more functions than its mobile sibling, and which is also completely free. There are scans that detect malware, monitoring of Internet traffic, when the program alerts you to potentially dangerous pages and links in time, or special protection against ransomware and insecure Wi-Fi connections. If you are looking for a comprehensive solution that will literally solve 90% of your problems for you, we definitely recommend Avast.
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Malwarebytes for Mac
The Malwarebytes software is no less well-known and famous, which prides itself on its speed, precision and, above all, its meticulously perfect scanning. Although it might seem that an antivirus can easily accommodate these functions and there is no reason to reach for an external program, the opposite is true. In the case of Malwarebytes, the software focuses exclusively on hidden viruses and at the same time allows you, for example, to scan computer registries, which can often cause serious mischief. There is also an abundance of features, but you will have to pay for them. Either way, we recommend this solution, especially because of its reliability and high quality.
authy
Good old malware and ransomware aside, logging in itself plays a big role in online security and is often pushed to the background. It is this aspect and ailment that often results in the eventual takeover of the account, or other problems associated with unauthorized access. Although there are many applications such as Google Authenticator on the market, they mostly serve only one purpose and are not very universal. Fortunately, this shortcoming is solved by the Authy application, thanks to which you can connect almost any account to the software and solve all logins using two-factor authorization. All you have to do is have an SMS sent to your phone every time, or use biometric verification.
CleanMyMac X
An equally important part of security and movement in cyberspace is a kind of minimalism and an overview of what, why and how you use. In short and simply put – the more clutter you have in your files and apps, the greater the chance of something slipping in between them that you probably wouldn't be too excited about. Fortunately, there are plenty of alternatives to manual file deletion, such as CleanMyMac X. It is, in principle, a simple, yet effective application that allows you to clean unnecessary files, outdated registries in a few seconds and not only increase the speed of the entire system, but especially make it easier to use . And the best part is that the software is free, at least if you can get by with the basic features.
Freedom VPN
We already mentioned the VPN connection in connection with security on the iPhone, and it should be noted that in the case of the Mac this aspect is even more important. In the case of the Freedome provider, similar functions await you as HideMyAss, with the only difference being that you can connect to several different servers or use more effective masking. In one way or another, the provider serves as the perfect intermediary and is one of the ways to effectively hide your online activity. So if you put up with privacy and don't even trust Apple in this case, Freedome VPN is certainly a good choice. In addition, it will protect you not only during normal use, but also during work.
Avast? The spy tool that sells all your data and your PC usage profile (not only online but also offline?). Sure… ;-)
yes, exactly, I would bypass Avast first, but I think that more or less most of these applications will work similarly.
Unfortunately, you don't get to choose. It's security or privacy. ;-)
I was quite surprised that ESET, which is certainly a good option for mac, is missing in the comparison. It does not bother or burden the device https://www.eset.com/cz/domacnosti/antivirus-macos/