![]() ![]() But dig down a bit deeper and you’ll find a whole host of customizable options that make this software easy to personalize. The simple interface immediately shows when the set of protective features are working correctly with a big green tick. The Pro version is a comprehensive package while the standard version is rather more basic, although the features you do get are customizable and easy to use – there’s also the option for disabling popups from the software when you’re watching a movie or giving a presentation. If you want more protection like a firewall and parental controls you need to upgrade to the Pro version of this software. The software immediately scans any iOS device that you connect to the Mac, and there is also protection against the unauthorized copying of data to a connected device. ESET Cybersecurity provides protection from malware using the standard signature recognition as well as heuristics and advanced heuristics, which is common with Windows but not so common in Mac anti-virus. Cloud-powered scans keep a close eye on files as you open them so you can be sure your machine is protected at all times. Once you access the control panel you choose one of these options, and you can also add your own scheduled scan to start at a later time. The scan options include the Deep Scan (full scan), Smart Scan (a scan of the most crucial areas in the computer), a Custom Scan and a Removable Media Scan. EffectivenessĪ variety of scan options makes this a well-rounded, useful anti-virus program. Anti-phishing capabilities are also included in the package. The social media scanner is useful as it checks your Twitter and Facebook accounts for potentially risky links as well as giving you a few pointers on the best privacy settings. Protectionĭesigned to stop both Windows and Mac malware, this software boasts strengths in defending your computer from spyware and spam. This Slovakian company has recently expanded its anti-virus offering to include two Mac protectors – the ESET Cybersecurity package that we review here, and the more expensive ESET Cybersecurity Pro which adds extra features to the mix. SHA-1: 04203f24902d70a8657fb8f313cb035d96182794 Filename: eset_cybersecurity_pro_en_.Ideal for the Mac owner that loves to customize and control their machine’s protection, ESET Cybersecurity for Mac comes with an extensive feature set and a range of sophisticated scanning controls.ĮSET is, like many companies offering Mac anti-virus protection, known for its Windows software. License: Trial version Latest update: Friday, June 22nd 2018 Author: ESET Technical Title: ESET Cyber Security Pro for Mac 6.6.300.0 for Mac Requirements: The software doesn’t hog resources, and most of the time you wont even know its there. Should you feel like being a bit more hands on though, you can always choose to carry out a custom scan of specific drives or folders, and removable media.Īll things considered, ESET Cyber Security Pro for Mac offers great automatic protection, peace of mind, and security. A check-mark on a green background signals that everything is working, and this should be the default position you find yourself in after installing and running your first scan.ĮSET Cyber Security Pro for Mac does a good job of taking care of your Mac all by itself, routinely updating, scanning in the background and also scanning downloads. A simple menu down the left side gives full access to the program's features. In terms of appearance and ease of understanding, ESET excels. ESET sets itself up to schedule a quick anti-virus scan at user login and after any signature updates ![]() Once installed, ESET will update itself to the latest version and download the latest virus and security updates automatically. For peace of mind, simply read what it’ asking, and click yes to them, if you want full protection. ![]() While there a few decisions to be made during the install process, they all essentially involve either clicking yes or no, and the ESET installer doesn’t try to install any third-party freeware or bloatware, which is nice, and refreshing. Installation is as you would expect, quick and easy. ![]()
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