Macintosh enthusiasts extol the safety of their computers when compared to PCs. There are even some who go so far as to say that Mac’s are virus-proof. So are Mac’s inherently immune to viruses? Can a Mac actually get infected with malware? In a word – Yes.
For a very good discussion of the issues around Mac’s and malware, a good article to review is: “Mac Virus FAQs: Do You Really Need Mac Antivirus Software?” (http://antivirus.about.com/od/macintoshresource/tp/macvirusfaqs.htm).
The safe (and sane) thing to do is to protect your personal computer (PC or Mac) and your data from all forms of malware. It’s much better to be safe than sorry.
