Should I download Malware protection for my MacBook?

✅ Apple's built in protection is good and MalwareBytes free version run once a week or so is added protection that doesn't bog down the computer.

Hi PacificElevations,

Your Mac comes with great safety built right in. See the following page for more information.

macOS Security

https://www.apple.com/macos/security

For additional protection, check out the following third-party application.

Malwarebytes for Mac

https://www.malwarebytes.com/mac

All the best.

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