While Windows users have traditionally been the primary target of malicious software, times have changed.
Still, these defenses may not be enough to keep the Mac clear of evolving threats. Recent versions of Mac OS X include built-in malware protection like file quarantine and plug-in blocking, and the system has incorporated a number of other safety features. I have to force the browser to quit to get away from them. I thought Macs were supposed to be protected from malware, but I’ve gotten those fake tech support pop-ups and ads in Safari.
