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Dpjb89
Wow that dude doesn't know how stds work does he
HughLaurie
Something everyone ignores: If he could afford a mac, he could afford an antivirus program.
Stre
The free stuff avast gives me has always worked great. And its very gamer friendly
AaronStack
Windows Defender, monthly Malwarebytes scan and common sense works fine for me.
urglburgl
THAT'S... a faulty analogy
ciduarte
Girls have a secret door too though
MrLenin
You don't reaaaaally need anything more than the shit PCs come with these days - and then malwarebytes free trial, and to not DL creepy shit
jadespider
https://heimdalsecurity.com/blog/most-vulnerable-software-2016/
AlkeneThiol
Interesting article, but the author really needs to de-fluff their writing. You could remove 95% of the words and it would be just as useful
iliketosaysomethingandthenjustbanana
althought I wouldn't suggest buying a mac for that, I do think the last guy really made a bad analogy.
hotdudecurator
Damn, if only that was true...
tracereading
Really, not getting viruses is part security and part not being a fucking dumbass.
SnartHelg
why do you have to be out of condoms to fuck dudes?
Yourmothersellssocksthatsmell
5pm u
jelladelta
Mom's hubby bought a mac because it's 'unhackable'... still haven't recovered from that facepalm.
Racealistic
I have been using the free version of avast for 3 years. No problemo
RedDwarfIV
I use Avira and Malwarebytes.
drezrale
Saying "buy a mac" is like saying "I want to give Hitler a blowjob because he made great curry"
FriendlyGodlessHippie
What about "I wanna make Hitler curry because he gave me a great blowjob"
drezrale
He was a manly man, only pineapples were good enough to satisfy his sexual desire.
bananag1raffe
hahaha, nice. PCMR?
datMaggie
Besides the obvious advice of "Don't be a fuckwit online" ESET's Nod32 is pretty damn good.
outvilejelly
Buy a 'Media Access Control'? You can't buy those separately, I'm afraid.
usernametaken7
dont believe every persian prince saying you won an iPhone and all exe files are like your exe's only the ones you trust should be ok open.
mousibald
That used to be a go to when they were power pc but they're all Intel based now.
groggroggrog
It has literally nothing to do with that.
serenityfast
It matters a lot. It's more difficult to write a virus that runs on an entirely different architecture. OSes differ, but not THAT much.
TheBorzoi
People that think Macs can't get viruses are the same people that think the .exe that Jared from finance sent you is a funny image.
skellington01
It's not that they *can't*, it's that they absolutely don't.
TheBorzoi
Except they can and do. I've come across many Mac users who have viruses.
skellington01
In a decade of running companies on macs I saw maybe 2 cases, and thousands for my friends on PCs. Statistically insignificant.
bartman2014
Sophos free for windows/mac/Linux and android for home use - top shelf product
serenityfast
Sophos has been a bottom-rank AV since at least the early 00's.
bartman2014
According to who? not gartner research - serious question, not being smartarse (for once)
serenityfast
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NotEvenMyFinalUsername
If people actually think you cant get a virus on Mac, they deserve every virus they're inevitably getting.
usernameporfavor
They can't get hacked via eternal blue however. So there's that
iliketosaysomethingandthenjustbanana
You can. But it's not as easy to get one.Heck,Sometimes you even have to type your personal password before you can install the virus.
Cptmike
That pinwheel that's been popping up more and more over the years, totally not a virus
GabbyJayYay
Thank you. Can't believe that there are people who actually think it CAN'T get viruses.
DonaldTrumpsFlaccidHairpiece
Some people think Elvis is still alive, so, yeah, this doesn't suprise me.
PowwerOrb13
AFAIK the only thing immune to viruses is a Chromebook or other chrome computer ternimal
BiologicallyHazardousMaterial
Not immune at all,just no viruses have been made for it.
anarkyle
Only thing immune to a virus is a system with no OS.
spookyu
Well technically any connected device with onboard memory is vulnerable...your God damn twitter fridge can be compromised these days.
anarkyle
Twitter fridge?
spookyu
Granted most of the shit uses Java which is why, but you get what I'm saying.
GabbyJayYay
or if you install Google Ultron
imbaer
pacman4612
YOU. CAN. STILL. GET. VIRUSES. ON. MACS.
skellington01
lol.
TidePodPirate
And hiv when bare fucking dudes.
JeremyGabbard
Ain't it the truth.
sweetmoses
NOT. AS. MANY. AS. WITH. A. PC.
Cptmike
sadly, there are and you are less likely to be running comprehensive web and local security under this pretense.
Whalegod
Technically correct. Mainly because PC makes up vastly more market share. Mac is not anymore secure as a platform, only less popular.
sweetmoses
I never said they were more secure, just that they get fewer viruses. But PC fanboys want to downvote the truth apparently
oneofthosemeddlingkids
"Buy a Mac" falls in the same category as "Install Linux". Annoying as hell and a totally useless advice.
usernameporfavor
Not useless advice just because you don't like it
TheDrunkenWrench
Macs are for musicians, video editors, and animators typically.
ChocolateTeacosy
"Guys my boat has a leak." "Next time get a bicycle."
KarenFromTheHOA
Lol n00blet, did you have trouble with the big scary command line?
oneofthosemeddlingkids
I grew up with DOS. As long as the Linux version of my Windows-based workflow continues to suck, I won't switch, thus Linux is useless to me
oneofthosemeddlingkids
Learning an entirely new and different workflow is something you need to invest time in. That's not the problem.
oneofthosemeddlingkids
If that new workflow is lacking logic, it is time wasted, and I've wasted a little too much time on software that didn't work for me.
SwaghettiYologneseWithMemeballs
All I have to say about Linux users is that at least their OS has matured.
EnderMoth
It's useful for people using older computers whose original OS is no longer company supported and don't have money to drop on a new OS
eggmuffin
How is "buy a mac" cheaper than buying just a new OS?
poopdog691
He's talking about installing Linux, because it has lower minimum requirements than all new OS's and is free.
KINGOFCHICAGO
I think they are talking about Linux, and Linux is not just for "older computers " that statement is just wrong.
EnderMoth
Linux is not just for old computers, yes, but it seems unlikely to me that people will buy a brand new OS for an older machine.
AnotherLowski
But it always seems to be a royal pain to get a halfway recent laptop to work under Linux...
FluffyTheFluffyDog
Yeah, installing an OS that make your computer preform better is totally useless. Such a hassle aswell. Clicking and typing is the worst.
TwoToneeRebel
Wrong.
serenityfast
Yeah okay buddy talk my tech-incompetent Uncle how to use Linux and then be his tech support for every linuxy issue that pops up
TMP5
actually new popular linux distros are easier for noobs. i installed mint to my gf:s laptop and hes been very happy. and getting linu to 1/2
FluffyTheFluffyDog
Ubuntu f.ex is very similar to Windows and if you're tech incompetent youd hardly do advanced stuff so it would be a better option.
usernameporfavor
My elderly mother uses her Linux laptop constantly hassle-free. Browsers
computerphile
My mom has used Fedora Linux for 6 years and she still doesn't know that it's not Windows.. I installed the OS, like I'd have to regardless
computerphile
To her, Firefox is still Firefox, and she couldn't give a shit about Gnome3 not looking like the old Windows XP gui..
ThisNameLacksPunctuation
saying "buy a mac" is like saying "I really have no idea how viruses work and I spent $2500 on a Facebook machine because someone gamed me."
iLoveToCombineGifs
but to be fair it looks like the one who asked the question has no idea about it either and would probably be better of with a mac
Renza0
buying a mac is like paying for the identical looking/used prostitute that's more expensive and has nicer clothes, but wont do as much.
Renza0
In either case if you're stupid enough not to wrap it up, you're probably gonna have a bad day.
sweetmoses
Saying all users need to know how viruses work is like saying all drivers need to know how engines work. Users are there to USE, not fix
temotodochi
Some IT pros like macs because there's a fully functional BSD Unix behind all that GUI crap.
ThatSoundPeopleMakeWhenTheyStandUp
Really gotta stress "some" there. I'm an IT pro and nobody in my office uses one, or in the last job I had.
lfrdwork
I'm 3rd party IT and a client is having us phase MACs out of their entire environment!
ThatSoundPeopleMakeWhenTheyStandUp
Yes, because they're terrible in a business environment.
Lesbiansass
IT pros fucking hate Macs. Im a Developer and Tech, the only people who like them are FEnd, because fixing them when they break is bullshit.
temotodochi
Granted that most IT departments just keep their hands off from anything unix/linux/bsd on anyones desk. But the BSD just fucking works.
Lesbiansass
Yeah its a strong feature for the suite excluding everything else. I just wont touch them because apple has 0 morals and hates you.
INoLongerCareBoutThisName
Well I download a lot. My mac got old (10 yrs) and for an HP and got antivirus. Downloaded 2 shows and it got sooo many viruses the guy 1/2
smileyf4c3
kinda impressive... download everything and anything no matter how sketchy looking the site is... in 2 years i have had 0 problems
INoLongerCareBoutThisName
2/2 guy who fixed it said "wow, that's skill, had the comp less than a day and gave it aids"
RobertEarlDavis
I like the OS on Mac. Works well with my phone. Using brew in term is great. Big track pad is nice. Only wish the keyboard wasn’t fucked up.
groggroggrog
How do viruses work?
FAECI
Just a badie program, if a thing has internet connection theres a virus for it, windows only have more viruses because of more users (1/2)
ivegotaname
I upvoted you so hard it's almost inhumane.
FAECI
(2/2) Its more worth the hacker´s time.
murks
Tirelessly
lordfwahfnah
NiceTimeIsland
TheTechGuy007
Just like any other program, just without you wanting it to. XD
presidentjoebiden
Some people consider that a feature. Autonomy is great <3
Amythyst
TIL Windows Update is a virus
HurrDurrImABurr
If your not able to deactivate Windows Update, you're the perfect target for a virus.
BiologicallyHazardousMaterial
If you do disable Windows update, you are the perfect Target for a virus
spattr
Quite well.
Amythyst
thingamajig1987
Hint to get rid of it, don't use Office 2003 anymore.
Lesbiansass
Hello to you too, 2001
jakefromreddit
I'm a music engineer. I use both Mac and PC in the studio. Obviously both have their ups and downs, but to be fair, Mac tends to outrank 1/?
ShaunBT
jeez whats with the hate? I use a MacBook for Design graphics on the go and a windows PC for gaming (good luck using a mac for this)
lonelyforsakentorturedheart
Apparently got the same hate as you did too, I had apple products just because what it is but people can have their own experienced opinion
lonelyforsakentorturedheart
I'm sorry, not had but "hate apple products".. fucking auto correct.
jakefromreddit
PC in most respects. I do hate how much the price difference but you do get pretty much what you pay for in both.
Belckan
Did you let your dog dribble on the keyboard?
eggmuffin
*Shocked gasp* You mean that tools work best when used for tasks for which they have been designed? Get out of here!
LloydMadel
I wouldn't say "in most aspects" but when it comes to music making and editing, mac is better.
serenityfast
Once a killer app for Windows lands, it'll be the end. Just as Mac is no longer the go-to for photos and video.
kirmokum
like ableton?
serenityfast
That's only because of a self-sustaining app environment. Musicians use it, so apps are made for it, so musicians use it, etc etc.
kirmokum
that's not accurate for music production programs.
Ravenuser
Isn't this what is happening with Windows and games?
FuriousFart
Sorry for the downvotes on you mate, Mac owner right here too. My tools for design and web development run way better on a Mac.
cosmicanchovies
I had to learn macs when I worked for a design Co but after a few years out of the biz I'm back to pc's. I agree with you tho
FuriousFart
Currently using a lot of Illustrator (both win/mac) combined with Sketch (mac, third-party viewer available), version control with [1/7]
FuriousFart
Abstract (web and mac, although still in beta so windows may come). Viewing my requests in Paw (mac only, alternative for windows [2/7]
jakefromreddit
Haha Its all good. Let it be known that @jakefromreddit has never deleted a bad comment. I stand by my (apparently shitty) opinions.
lonelyforsakentorturedheart
I really don't get the hate, sure buying an apple product is like seeing your soul to the corporate devil but God! Can't people 1/2
lonelyforsakentorturedheart
Have different preferences that suits their needs!?? Sir I love Building a good cheap PC but damn! Sir, I felt sorry for the hate you're 2/3