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<blockquote data-quote="schweb" data-source="post: 140377" data-attributes="member: 59"><p>The firewall in Mac OS X is an outstanding firewall and much better than the one in Windows.</p><p></p><p>As for virus protection, I'm sure you'll have many on here saying don't bother since there are no Mac OS X viruses at the moment. I however see nothing wrong with using it and I personally run Norton AV for Mac on my Macs. The reason is simple and has two parts. </p><p></p><p>One: If you are on a network with Windows machines or plan to share data with Windows machines you can get files that have viruses on them. While they won't infect your Mac, you can be a good steward of the network by making sure you at least don't pass it on to another person with Windows.</p><p></p><p>Two: While there are no viruses or exploits for Mac OS X yet, I emphasize yet, I'm sure it's inevitable. I'd rather take preemptive action to prevent an infection.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="schweb, post: 140377, member: 59"] The firewall in Mac OS X is an outstanding firewall and much better than the one in Windows. As for virus protection, I'm sure you'll have many on here saying don't bother since there are no Mac OS X viruses at the moment. I however see nothing wrong with using it and I personally run Norton AV for Mac on my Macs. The reason is simple and has two parts. One: If you are on a network with Windows machines or plan to share data with Windows machines you can get files that have viruses on them. While they won't infect your Mac, you can be a good steward of the network by making sure you at least don't pass it on to another person with Windows. Two: While there are no viruses or exploits for Mac OS X yet, I emphasize yet, I'm sure it's inevitable. I'd rather take preemptive action to prevent an infection. [/QUOTE]
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