AV software for MacBook Pro running ElCapitan 10.11.6
Do I need AV software for my laptop?
MacBook Pro 13″, OS X 10.11
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Do I need AV software for my laptop?
MacBook Pro 13″, OS X 10.11
Virus protection is built into macOS. Currently, Catalina, Big Sur and Monterey receive security updates. If you're not running one of these, I recommend upgrading so you get current security updates:
How to get old versions of macOS - Apple Support
How to upgrade to macOS Monterey - Apple Support
Virus protection is built into macOS. Currently, Catalina, Big Sur and Monterey receive security updates. If you're not running one of these, I recommend upgrading so you get current security updates:
How to get old versions of macOS - Apple Support
How to upgrade to macOS Monterey - Apple Support
There are no known Windows-like Viruses in the wild that self replicate and affect macOS, because of the underling UNIX Foundation and Permission Limitation.
The Only thing this Antivirus software is protecting is the Bank Account of the Developers and for zero return to the User aside from the problems this software creates.
The The Built in Security is all that is required to protect the computer.
Should “ Certain & Specific Software “ referenced from above be installed - it will negatively impact macOS. It is suggested, to download directly from a respected ASC Contributor, the application Malwarebytes for Mac.
It is free or paid for added features.
Run the Application and it should remove the malware / adware. Once done, restart computer and test.
Any Third Party Applications that will interfere with the normal operation of the OS, alter, modify, remove or delete or attempt to do so is an invitation for disaster and may require a Reinstallation of the OS.
Any of the below should be removed as per Developers Instructions
This includes AntiVirus, Disk Cleaners, Disk Optimizes, UnInstaller etc.
This will include CleanMyMac , This will include BitDefender ,
This will included Norton Antivirus , Sophos Av Software
Intego AntiVirus, McAfee, MacKeeper, Avast AntiVirus
The Age of this computer will Govern what newer version of macOS it will Qualify to install. Use About this Mac from the Apple Icon on Desktop - the required Information will be there.
With the above information in-hand - follow this How to get old versions of macOS and verify what version this computer Qualifies to install. For Best results use Safari to commence the download as Others may not work.
Safari will open a redirect and open the Apple Store where the download can commence.
If no ” Get Button “ Replace the https in the page's address to macappstore. Credit to Contributor @Niel
Computer Qualify for the Monterey upgrade
macOS Big Sur 11 hardware requirements
macOS Catalina 10.15 hardware requirements
macOS Mojave 10.14 hardware requirements
macOS High Sierra 10.13 hardware requirements
macOS Sierra 10.12 hardware requirements
Caution - jumping over all the newer versions and directly to Big Sur / Monterey on Qualifying computers is Technically possible - there are those who have attempted and were successful. Then there are those who attempted and had less than good results.
If this is a Production or Mission Critical Set-up - a more prudent and measure approach is suggested.
The above is from observations on the Apple Support Community Forums and IMHO
Tips Big Sir Upgrade Released Nov 2020
Tips Monterey Upgrade Released Oct 25, 2021
Make Time Machine Backup is very useful and can be used to Revert to Previous Working macOS
Notation - Mojave is the Last version to support 32 bit applications / extensions and Drivers. Catalina, Big Sur & Monterey supports only 64 bit and there is no workaround.
Suggest using Go64 to find 32 bit application before attempting the upGrade. Some or many of the Application already installed may required update or upGrades to 64 Bit Versions.
Cjkwch wrote:
Thanks. Can I upgrade to Catalina, Big Sur, or Monterey?
It depends on your Mac. Go to the Apple Menu > About This Mac to see exactly which Mac you have, then check its compatibility (hardware requirements) in the links I provided.
Hi,
You don't need it for your MBP to run, no. What might you want to do with "AV software?"
Just want to make sure Im ptotected against viruses or other attacks.
Thanks
Thanks. Can I upgrade to Catalina, Big Sur, or Monterey?
thank you
You're welcome.
AV software for MacBook Pro running ElCapitan 10.11.6