By default, Mac OS X hides critical system files and folders. As malware threats against Mac users increase, or simply to assist with troubleshooting, it may be necessary to view hidden files and folders. Here’s how to enable hidden file and folder viewing on Mac OS X. View full post on About.com Antivirus Software: Most [...]

MACDefender is a scareware program designed to trick Mac users. Usually, MACDefender is delivered via the Web, often via tainted search engine results. While scareware has long plagued Windows users, it’s a relatively new threat for Mac users. View full post on About.com Antivirus Software: Most Popular Articles

Ever wonder which Mac apps are chattering behind your back, which websites are really being accessed, or what other hidden Internet traffic might be getting sent? Little Snitch helps Mac users even the playing field, by reporting on each and every outbound communication. Little Snitch makes it easy to allow or deny attempts, forever or [...]

A new version of Skype for Mac (5.1.0.935) has been released. The update patches a zero day vulnerability discovered last month by Australian researcher Gordon Maddern. According to Skype, the vulnerability was originally fixed on April 14th but not pushed to users. Skype security is recommending Skype for Mac users manually install this latest update [...]

Norton AntiVirus Dual Protection for Mac is designed for Mac users who routinely dual boot into Windows or run Windows in a virtual environmenton their Intel-based Mac. View full post on About.com Antivirus Software: Most Popular Articles

MacScan from SecureMac is designed to guard against spyware-related threats targeting Mac users. While its scope is limited, such focused protection isn’t necessarily a bad thing. View full post on About.com Antivirus Software: Most Popular Articles

Norton Antivirus 11.0 for Mac supports Mac OS X version 10.4.10 or higher. At approximately $50USD for a single user license, Norton Antivirus 11.0 for Mac is neither the cheapest nor the most expensive antivirus software for Mac users. View full post on About.com Antivirus Software: Most Popular Articles

Several antivirus vendors make free antivirus software available for home users. Best of all, free antivirus is available whether you use a Windows or a Mac. Following is a list of the best free antivirus software for Windows and Mac users. View full post on About.com Antivirus Software: Most Popular Articles