Hi everyone, I have a few questions to ask,
1) First of all can macs get spyware and adware?
2) And if they can get those, can you recommend a good free software to do so?
3) Lastly, at random times I can hear my fan work really loudly, what can I do to cool down my macbook so the fans don't have to work so hard?
Thanks!
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masterchef341 The guy from The Notebook
3) download smc fan control and set the lower fan limit higher (default is 2000) if you set it to 3000, it will remain cooler and the fans shouldn't have to kick up to 4k+ as often, if ever.
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2) No idea, but right now you shouldn't need one. I've literally TRIED to get my Mac infected, to no avail.
3) They get a little loud cause they only spin up when things are getting a little too hot for comfort, and in general its good for them to be put to use from time to time. You can try elevating the Macbook off the surface, allowing air to get underneath. -
One of things I don't agree with Apple is how they dissipate heat on their notebooks. They use passive heat distribution which causes the fans to blow. I wish there were more air holes in the Macbooks. -
ClamXav is free and open source--definitely worth a try.
All operating systems have security holes, including unix and OS X. There's aren't many devastating virus for OS X right now does not mean there won't be any in the near future--it is always good to get prepared.
I have Sophos on my MBP, you should definitely try ClamXav or maybe Norton if you are willing to spend the money.
Whats a good spyware and adware remover for macbooks?
Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by rich.paekk, Jun 30, 2007.