Still, these defenses may not be enough to keep the Mac clear of evolving threats.
Recent versions of Mac OS X include built-in malware protection like file quarantine and plug-in blocking, and the system has incorporated a number of other safety features. I have to force the browser to quit to get away from them. I thought Macs were supposed to be protected from malware, but I’ve gotten those fake tech support pop-ups and ads in Safari.