The safe days of computing are long gone, it’s sad but true, and even Mac OS are affected. These days, Mac is as unprotected as Windows or maybe worse, because we never had to worry about virus’s affecting our operating systems until now. Who to blame? Good question because I have no idea. Apple became so popular with the launch of products like iPod’s/ iPhones and iPads that now they are the biggest technology manufacturer in the world. So the first thing you should do is go to the web-sites below and make sure that your mac will be safe from people trying to get your password, etc.
I use Norton Antivirus for Mac and have been trying to install the new version before my current subscription runs out. I have OS 10.6.8. The installation results in an 'Installation Successful' window.
* Sophos – (The Best) It works perfectly with PPC 10.4 or later and it doesn’t use all your memory ram. Keep your computer protected from the latest viruses, trojans, worms and malicious spyware, Sophos scans your computer constantly in real time. http://www.sophos.com/
* ClamXav – It’s a simple, clean and easy to use anti-virus program, but don’t judge it for the simplicity, because it’s very powerful software and will keep your Mac PowerPC safe from viruses. You can customize what you want scanned, or just activate it to monitor your hard drive in real time. http://www.clamxav.com/
* MacKeeper – What to say about MacKeeper… This software just about does everything possible to make your Mac clean and healthy. I actually believe this software to be like the “department of public health” for your Mac, if you know what I mean. Check out the web-site, because sometimes they offer discounts or coupons, and you can get this amazing software for a great price. Once you install it you will never have to be worried again! Pricing starts around $38.95. http://mackeeper.zeobit.com/buy-now
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when I googled a supermarket website, I was then prompted to a 'warning' which was trying to take me to Antivurus.2009. livescan (I'm not putting in exact address as I don't want anyone else to click on it) I can give you te specifics if you need it. Can I block this address? Can a mac get this virus? Is theer anywhere I can go to remove this from happening again?
Is there a way I can just restore my system back a couple of days before this happened without using a disc? If I do need a disc, can you just tell me the details either way. Everything is running fine, but this has me worried. I thought you could net get a virus on a MAc.
Thanks in advance for any advice/directions.
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It sounds like you experienced a web browser (Safari, Opera or FireFox) pop-up window crafted to look like a virus alert.
If you clicked on the crafted window and were taken to a scary website, then it is possible you were infected.
No operating system is immune to viruses, rootkits or spyware.
Your first step is to determine whether or not you are infected. Hopefully someone can post a link or two to real anti-virus vendors. (there have been a wave of fake anti-virus companies and programs)