mackeeper?

peacenique · peacenique #1 (**permalink**)

01-06-2012, 10:59 PM

I've been having trouble lately with my machine.
I'm running the OS X Version 10.5.8.
I'm wondering if anyone can tell me anything about mackeeper.
The popups for it have darn near driven me koo-koo, but now I'm wondering if it would be a good thing to purchase.

cwa107 · cwa107 #2 (**permalink**)

01-06-2012, 11:04 PM

Sorry to be blunt, but it's garbage. All of its functions are available in freeware packages like Onyx. In short, about the only thing MacKeeper has going for it is good marketing.

Since you weren't specific about the problems you're experiencing, it's kind of hard to advise you. But I would recommend having a look at this article...

Mac-Forums Blog » Mac Hardware » Basic Mac Troubleshooting

...and after you've followed the steps, let us know how you made out.

pigoo3 · pigoo3 #3 (**permalink**)

01-06-2012, 11:05 PM

Have you tried a quick search?...here's some previous threads regarding MacKeeper:

http://www.mac-forums.com/forums/ios...orth-scam.html
Thinking about buying mackeeper, is it worth it?
mackeeper
MacKeeper Good or Bad?

...plenty more where these came from!

- Nick

peacenique · peacenique #4 (**permalink**)

01-07-2012, 10:45 AM

Thank you! Blunt and to the point was exactly what I hoped to find here.

My machine is running slower much of the time. Altogether too often it actually freezes ~~ like a pc! Then the only way I can move is to unplug it and start over. Sometimes that doesn't even work when I open a still-frozen foxfire. I know it's getting old (2 1/2 year I think), but still! I knew what to do with pcs ~ defrags and emptying junk etc, but I'm at a loss with my mac.

I'll go read that Basic Troubleshooting link. Thank you for that.
I did try to search 'mackeeper' on here but I got nothing. Obviously I'm not searching correctly.

Again, thank you both.

RavingMac · RavingMac #5 (**permalink**)

01-07-2012, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by peacenique

Thank you! Blunt and to the point was exactly what I hoped to find here.

My machine is running slower much of the time. Altogether too often it actually freezes ~~ like a pc! Then the only way I can move is to unplug it and start over. Sometimes that doesn't even work when I open a still-frozen foxfire. I know it's getting old (2 1/2 year I think), but still! I knew what to do with pcs ~ defrags and emptying junk etc, but I'm at a loss with my mac.

I'll go read that Basic Troubleshooting link. Thank you for that.
I did try to search 'mackeeper' on here but I got nothing. Obviously I'm not searching correctly.

Again, thank you both.

Do you have a backup on an external drive? Your symptoms could indicate a failing HD.

harryb2448 · harryb2448 #6 (**permalink**)

01-07-2012, 04:09 PM

Do not even consider that crapware. Have a read of this:-

MacKeeper swindling its customers. Alternatives readily available.

If you are using Safari, have you selected the 'Block Pop-up Windows' option?

chas_m · chas_m #7 (**permalink**)

01-08-2012, 05:52 AM

Completely un-related, but I am fascinated that so many people I meet call it foxfire. It's apparently a brain thing, like when your parents called discs "tapes" and such.

cwa107 #2 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 20, 2006 Location: Middletown, Pennsylvania Posts: 25,920 Mac Specs: 15" MBP, Core i7/2GHz, 8GB RAM, 256GB Crucial M4 SSD	01-06-2012, 11:04 PM Sorry to be blunt, but it's garbage. All of its functions are available in freeware packages like Onyx. In short, about the only thing MacKeeper has going for it is good marketing. Since you weren't specific about the problems you're experiencing, it's kind of hard to advise you. But I would recommend having a look at this article... Mac-Forums Blog » Mac Hardware » Basic Mac Troubleshooting ...and after you've followed the steps, let us know how you made out. Liquid and computers don't mix. It might seem simple, but we see an incredible amount of people post here about spills. Keep drinks and other liquids away from your expensive electronics!
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harryb2448 #6 (permalink)
Member Since: Nov 28, 2007 Location: Nambucca Heads Australia Posts: 14,103 Mac Specs: iMac i5 2.7GHz OS X.8.3	01-07-2012, 04:09 PM Do not even consider that crapware. Have a read of this:- MacKeeper swindling its customers. Alternatives readily available. If you are using Safari, have you selected the 'Block Pop-up Windows' option? *Hang on to those original install discs like grim death! Using OS X.7 or later make a bootable USB thumb drive before running Installer!*
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chas_m #7 (permalink)
Member Since: Jan 22, 2010 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 13,705 Mac Specs: 2009 MacBook Pro, Black speakers, Black Benq second monitor, black iPhone 4, Black 2012 iPad, etc.	01-08-2012, 05:52 AM Completely un-related, but I am fascinated that so many people I meet call it foxfire. It's apparently a brain thing, like when your parents called discs "tapes" and such. Cheers, chas_m -- My essay for switchers and newbies
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peacenique #1 (permalink)
Member Since: Jan 06, 2012 Posts: 2	01-06-2012, 10:59 PM I've been having trouble lately with my machine. I'm running the OS X Version 10.5.8. I'm wondering if anyone can tell me anything about mackeeper. The popups for it have darn near driven me koo-koo, but now I'm wondering if it would be a good thing to purchase.
	QUOTE Thanks

peacenique #4 (permalink)
Member Since: Jan 06, 2012 Posts: 2	01-07-2012, 10:45 AM Thank you! Blunt and to the point was exactly what I hoped to find here. My machine is running slower much of the time. Altogether too often it actually freezes ~~ like a pc! Then the only way I can move is to unplug it and start over. Sometimes that doesn't even work when I open a still-frozen foxfire. I know it's getting old (2 1/2 year I think), but still! I knew what to do with pcs ~ defrags and emptying junk etc, but I'm at a loss with my mac. I'll go read that Basic Troubleshooting link. Thank you for that. I did try to search 'mackeeper' on here but I got nothing. Obviously I'm not searching correctly. Again, thank you both.
	QUOTE Thanks

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