Do I need security software like TotalAV on my Mac?
Do I need security software like TotalAV installed on my Mac desk top and Mac book products
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No. Your Mac requires no always-on, third-party anti-virus or anti-malware software.
Apple has built these protections into macOS and they are updated regularly.
• macOS security built right in. - Apple Support
• App Security Overview - Apple Support
For more info, please see these support documents:
• Effective Defenses Against Malware - Apple Community
• Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts…and other scams - Apple Support