What is the best way to run a malware check on MacBook Air?

I have notice that when i click on something in Chrome at times, a new tab opens and sends me to an adverise ment. want to run a malware check.





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MacBook Air 15″, macOS 14.5

Posted on Jan 14, 2025 3:29 PM

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Posted on Jan 14, 2025 3:31 PM

jgarcia_221 Said:

"how do i run the malware check: I have notice that when i click on something in Chrome at times, a new tab opens and sends me to an adverise ment. want to run a malware check."

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Scan with Malwarebytes for Mac:

Malwarebytes searches for malware (short for malicious software) and spyware. Malware makes your Mac behave in a mislead manor.  Malwarebytes is created by longtime users of these forums, making it the only reliable Security Software for a Mac. Remove what is found from the quarantine.

Downloads:

  1. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for Mac
  2. Malwarebytes Uninstaller
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Jan 14, 2025 3:31 PM in response to jgarcia_221

jgarcia_221 Said:

"how do i run the malware check: I have notice that when i click on something in Chrome at times, a new tab opens and sends me to an adverise ment. want to run a malware check."

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Scan with Malwarebytes for Mac:

Malwarebytes searches for malware (short for malicious software) and spyware. Malware makes your Mac behave in a mislead manor.  Malwarebytes is created by longtime users of these forums, making it the only reliable Security Software for a Mac. Remove what is found from the quarantine.

Downloads:

  1. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for Mac
  2. Malwarebytes Uninstaller

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