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Sancho

(9,103 posts)
1. I'm sure there are lots of suggestions...and I have 3 Macs...
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 09:13 AM
Sep 2020

...I use MacScan (https://www.securemac.com) and Malwarebytes.

I'm not sure anything is perfect. MacScan is a subscription, and there is a free version of Malwarebytes.

eppur_se_muova

(37,403 posts)
2. Can't remember when I've used anything but MalWareBytes -- it does the job, and it's free.
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 09:21 AM
Sep 2020

Of course, you can upgrade to the full version if you want, and you might want that if your problems are coming in the mail.

https://www.malwarebytes.com/mac/

Tetrachloride

(8,448 posts)
3. Anti-malware is one step, but I suggest get a new email address.
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 09:33 AM
Sep 2020

Regarding mail:

1. if your email is iCloud, call Applecare immediately
2. if your email is not iCloud, then I suggest iCloud.
3. Ask someone to set up alias (extra email address) in iCloud for email subscriptions.
4. Use your main email only for important stuff.
5. I suggest an email alias for friends and family.

So, consult a skilled Mac user in your family or local store. Get a written plan.

Regarding software to protect against hacks, my information is out of date. Therefore , I defer to others.

a kennedy

(32,090 posts)
6. Damn, I don't know how to or know of anyone who could help with this.......Thanks,
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 09:47 AM
Sep 2020

now I'm terribly nervous about my Mac and two iPads. I'll call my e-mail provider and see if they can help me. Thanks for this info.

WhiteTara

(30,166 posts)
8. I use Avast
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 10:33 AM
Sep 2020

I know it's panned by some computer users, but it covers our entire network. both tvs, 2 computers, and both iPhones. I run a scan fairly often to make sure we are secure. It does cost because we have more than 5 devices. I also have Malwarebytes but it may be redundant.

Tetrachloride

(8,448 posts)
11. what city are u in. I will try to find a person for u.
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 12:24 PM
Sep 2020

Your email provider might not be as thorough as I prefer.

a kennedy

(32,090 posts)
12. La Crosse, WI, and I see you're from Madison, I was born and raised in Mad Town.
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 12:39 PM
Sep 2020
La Crosse is actually across the River from me, I'm actually in Dakota, MN, small town, so La Crosse would be the biggest city.

a kennedy

(32,090 posts)
10. Did find out I can get a new e-mail account.......won't be in the cloud. Just our local provider.
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 12:14 PM
Sep 2020

Just hate the idea of changing it and letting everyone know the new one. Pain in the arse. Ugh......

Lulu KC

(4,209 posts)
9. Right
Wed Sep 9, 2020, 12:05 PM
Sep 2020

I get it everywhere. As long as you don't open anything, you're safe. My apple email account does a better job of resisting than gmail does, but it still comes through. "Date Russian Women" etc.

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