As Mac OS X users will tell you, Apple computers are far less likely to contract a virus than Windows based PCs. This is not, however, because OS X is a virtually impenetrable operating system, but rather because the meager market share of Mac computers makes them less appealing targets. The entire point of many viruses is to harvest data and create networks of “zombie” computers, so it doesn’t make sense to target OS X.
For that reason, it is important to avail antivirus software to get rid of these unwanted items on a Mac computer. Yet, in order to determine the exact program to employ in cleaning Mac, certain reviews on a number of antivirus software were solicited to help Mac user in deciding which among them to install.
Best Freeware Anti-Virus Applications for your Mac
The following are the reviews done on the top 3 free Mac antivirus softwares:1) Avast Antivirus for Mac <link>
It offers a shield against the latest malware, virus, Trojan horse, and spyware risks. Its virus definition and scanning abilities is always updated several times a day to make sure that Mac is protected at all times.Features
- On-screen alerts
- On-demand scanning
- Web Shield, Mail Shield, File Shield
- Automatic virus definition updates
- New GUI
2. iAntivirus Free Edition <link>
This software protects a Mac against cyber-threats trying to get entry into the Mac and steal personal information. It has a database which is designed to sense and delete Mac specific threats. This facilitates a high level of defense while keeping memory footprint and resource usage at a minimum.
2. ClamXav <link> <MAC App store>
ClamXav is a free virus scanner for Mac OS X. It uses the very popular ClamAV open source antivirus engine as a back end and has the ability to detect both Windows and Mac threats.ClamXav can be setup up as passive or active: scan only the files you tell it to or your entire hard drive, whichever you prefer; you can also choose to activate Sentry to monitor your hard drive and scan new files as they arrive.
Features:
- Clean, simple-to-use interface
- Clearly lists infected files
- Free virus definitions (usually updated daily)
- Save your favorite scan locations for easy access
- Customize the toolbar – or hide it entirely
- Send selected files to quarantine or trash with one click
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