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Index Key:   CSI026
Author:      Strounteree
Subject:     Virus protection?
Text:        What is the best virus protection I can get for a Macintosh?

Response #: 1 of 2
Author:     Daniel Lee Luchinski
Text:       There are many excellent virus protection programs on the market 
today.  As for the best virus protection program, that is like asking what is 
the best computer system on the market, IBM or the Mac.  Finding the best 
virus protection program is a matter of opinion.  If you were to ask one 
person what the best virus protector is, they may praise a program that 
someone else will tell you to stay away from.  So, finding the best programis 
a matter of opinion.  One virus protection program that is available for the 
Mac is "Symantec Antivirus for the Mac (SAM)," version 3.0.9 by Symantec.  
This virus protector monitors your Mac and alerts you when it sees suspicious 
activities.  It has customization features and extensive scanning options. It 
is great for advanced users and network managers. There are also other virus 
protectors available.  To find the best one for you, talk to your local 
software dealer and let him know how you use your computer.  They should be 
able to find the best one for you.

Response #: 2 of 2
Author:     Chris Baker
Text:       If money is an issue, you can find many share or freeware packages 
at most anonymous ftp sites.