What is MacScan 2?

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What is MacScan 2?

I have had spyware issues that I had help in resolving. However, I came across this MacScan 2 folder in applications. What is MacScan 2? Is it from Apple or another spyware? Should I purchase an anti virus software and if so what kind?

P.S. I am somewhat computer illiterate, so please when answering questions, talk in laymen's terms! Thanks

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.7)

Posted on May 18, 2011 11:07 AM

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roaminggnome

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May 18, 2011 11:08 AM in response to D Natalie

Type "macscan2" into the google search bar.

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May 18, 2011 11:15 AM in response to D Natalie

MacScan is for finding malware on your computer's hard drive. Not viruses, malware. It's not from Apple.

http://macscan.securemac.com/

2.8 appears to be the latest version.

A good way to find out information a utility such as this is to do a search in Apple Support Communities.

This is the results of a MacScan search.

https://discussions.apple.com/search.jspa?peopleEnabled=true&userID=&containerTy pe=&container=&spotlight=true&q=macscan

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