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Intego Mac Internet Security X9 Review

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At a Glance

Expert’s Rating

Pros

  • Easy setup and configurations.
  • Good antiviral and network scanning/configuration tools.
  • Configurations are reliable and can be as simple or as intricate as desired with both whitelists for files and customization tools for network profiles.

Cons

  • Occasionally allowed some test malware elements to remain which had to be manually removed.
  • Safe Browsing feature still allows for questionable/phishing-based websites to be visited without any kind of warning from NetBarrier.

Our Verdict

Intego Mac Internet Security X9 offers a useful set of security utilities that help keep your Mac safe and running smoothly and its user-friendly interface is right at home with Apple’s macOS aesthetic.

Price When Reviewed

$24.99 for the first year, then $49.99 per year, 1 Mac

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It may not be perfect, but sometimes a software company gets its utility completely right, complete with a focus that deserves additional attention.

Intego’s Mac Internet Security X9 falls into this category, the utility bundling the company’s VirusBarrier (at the time of this review, version 10.9.85 build 3495) and NetBarrier (version 10.9.31 build 884) applications to act as both an antiviral protection program as well as a network traffic filtering program, a component you don’t offend see included with security software at this sort of price. Together they promise a high level of protection against direct and indirect unwanted software and malware threats.

This is our top choice in our round-up of the Best antivirus software for Mac.

Simple to download, install, and configure after granting the application full access to your Mac’s files, the program then checks for the latest viral definitions, downloads them, and gets to work setting up real-time scanning features as well as intuitive network monitoring that allows you to see and work with both incoming and outgoing Internet connections on your Mac. The software requires macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or…

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Fortifying Our Digital Realm – OpEd – Eurasia Review

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Much like the physical world, there is a virtual/digital world which is also characterized by anarchy. Challenges and threats emanating from the cyber world are as serious and consequential as those of the “real” world of traditional security.

Today, the realm of world security is not only about “bullet vs. bullet,” it is also about “click vs. bullet.” The internet has changed the way we share information, interact, and develop on a global scale. It has had a significant impact, bringing about previously unheard-of breakthroughs in connectedness, equality, and human prosperity. But in addition to these astounding developments, the digital world often portrays more somber truths. It has developed into a haven for disinformation, cyber threats, data theft, and digital authoritarianism that jeopardizes peace and stability. 

In this age of lightning-fast technical development, everyone involved in the problem-solving process needs to share some of the blame. The digital ecosystem, which once offered almost endless possibilities, now necessitates group action to reduce the risks that come with it. It is critical to recognize the interdependence of people and technology and the significant influence they have on one another as we negotiate this challenging landscape. The need to counterbalance accountability in the digital domain is central to this subject matter. This means that the dynamics of the digital ecosystem will fundamentally change such that defenders will now have the upper hand against harmful actors. To strengthen cybersecurity defenses, improve resilience, and prevent sensitive data from being misused, coordinated actions are needed.

The ongoing and intense hegemonic battle between the United States and China can be explained by the conflict over big data hegemony. Thus, gaining a competitive edge in AI technology may come from acquiring more data through connections with more governments. To dominate AI technology, the United States and China plan to create their own exclusive network platform, or value bloc. As such, friendly nations like the United States and China may be compelled to adopt a binary framework. Being on either side of the ROK, a state…

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Veeam’s New ‘Cyber Secure Program’ Teams Tech with Ransomware Response Experts — Virtualization Review

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News

Veeam’s New ‘Cyber Secure Program’ Teams Tech with Ransomware Response Experts

Along with purpose-built technology to combat ransomware, Veeam Software’s new Cyber Secure Program also offers up a team of experts to help organizations wield that tech to fight threat actors.

“When there is an attack, customers are connected with Veeam’s dedicated Ransomware Response Team and the program offers post-incident support to enable rapid recovery,” said the specialist in data protection and ransomware recovery.

The three-pronged approach of Veeam Cyber Secure includes the expert help for secure design and implementation along with ransomware recovery support backed up by a recovery warranty for help in all three phases of an attack: pre-incident, during incident and post-incident.

The teams of experts include a dedicated support account manager and “Ransomware SWAT Team” to help with immediate action in case of a cyber incident

The new offering comes in the wake of the company’s 2024 Data Protection Report that revealed ransomware is still plaguing IT as the No 1. cause of server outages.


Causes of Outages
[Click on image for larger view.] Causes of Outages (source: Veeam).

“Consider the past 12 months: 76 percent of organizations have been attacked at least once, with 26 percent reporting being attacked at least four times and only 13 percent believe they can recover successfully after an attack,” Veeam said. “It’s clear that organizations need a comprehensive cyber protection and support program, ultimately ensuring they are well-prepared when cyberattacks occur.”

A Jan. 31 news release further fleshed out the new program’s three key components.

  • Confident Security: Attentive and dedicated design and implementation assistance to ensure Veeam best practices in securely implementing Veeam solutions to the highest security standards. Customers receive advanced seven-phase onboarding support and rigorous quarterly security…

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ESET Home Security Essential Review

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ESET’s security programs have steered away from the traditional trio of antivirus, security suite, and feature-rich mega-suite. Now, you step up from the antivirus to a bundle called ESET Home Security Essential, which contains the familiar security suite and several other independent security apps. Between the suite and the ancillary programs, it really packs in features—some top-notch, others not. If you’re shopping for a feature-packed entry-level security suite, we more highly recommend Bitdefender Internet Security, our Editors’ Choice winner.

What Goes Into ESET Home Security Essential?

In years past, ESET followed the typical pattern, offering an entry-level security suite (ESET Internet Security) and an advanced suite with additional features (ESET Smart Security Premium). These two still exist, but they’re not sold as separate programs. Rather, each forms the core of an ESET Home Security bundle. ESET Home Security Essential, reviewed here, incorporates ESET Internet Security, ESET NOD32 Antivirus, ESET Cyber Security for Mac, ESET Parental Control, and the unusual ESET Smart TV Security (an Android app for smart TVs).

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You manage this gaggle of components through the aptly named ESET Home online dashboard. Log in to ESET Home to view all your licenses and protected devices. Right from this dashboard, you can open a license and add protection to the current device or send an email link to install it on another device.

ESET Home Security Essential ESET Home

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Shifting to the devices view, you can quickly see if your devices have security issues. You can get details on any problems, but you must go to the affected computer to act on them. There’s no remote configuration control like what you get with Sophos Home Premium, Webroot, and others. The online dashboard is also the spot to manage the parental control and anti-theft components discussed below and the password manager introduced in the next-tier suite.

How Much Does ESET Home Security Essential Cost?

A one-license subscription to this suite costs $49.99 per year. Additional licenses, up to 10, add $5…

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