The fact that macOS does not need antivirus is an metropolitan legend.There is no doubt that the limits imposed by Apple on a whole series of aspects of the operating system allow, on average, greater control in terms of safety compared to Windows.However, this does not mean that it may be necessary to have special software also on the Company of the Cupertino company.In this article, therefore, we will deepen the operation of Intero, among the best on the square for MacBook, MacBook Pro, IMAC and Mac Pro.
What is I Inter
Inter is an antivirus conceived specifically for macOS.In addition to the protection from external factors, it provides a series of optimization tools for the Apple operating system.We think, for example, of functionality such as "free", "duplicates" and "organizes", which help to clean, organize and free space on the Mac hard drive. Without forgetting additional tools such as "Personal Backup", which offer similar advanced featuresto those offered by the same company from Cupertino in Time Machine.
Features of Intergo
Virusbarrier and Netbarrier, however, represent the two main characteristics of Intero.The logic is to protect the user (and his data) from an infinite series of viruses and threats of various types, with particular reference to online computer security in relation to public wi-fi connections.Moreover, non -wired connectivity are by definition more vulnerable, at least potentially, than the wired ones.As we see, however, there are a series of exceptions to be taken into consideration.
Safety and functions
Virusbarrier is the Inter -Tango scanner.The control panel is extremely intuitive but, at the same time, includes all the essential tools for virus protection: from scan of the hard disk to real -time protection, passing through planned scans and removal of malware.The interface is very comfortable to navigate and there are a series of customization possibilities, including the possibility to choose to plan files and specific folders.A perfect possibility for those who usually use more rows than others on the Mac.
There is also the possibility to select the level of protection according to three degrees: minimum, standard, maximum.Our advice is to choose the third level which, as is easily understood, guarantees maximum safety.However, it is good to underline how there can be users who, in relation to the activities carried out with the Mac, may need greater opening towards the outside, perhaps even at the cost of taking some risk by exposing themselves to certain types of threats.
The "safe navigation" function of Virusbarrier controls if the browser's anti-herphishing settings are active, protecting from websites and malicious e-mails.This means that, in the event that you inadvertently click on a Phishing connection, the browser and Virusbarrier will immediately notify the user, so that they can act in an instant way.It is obviously possible to carry out a complete or quick scan of the whole Mac and any connected external unit or iOS device.
The moment you choose to make a complete scan, Inter proposes to manage any offending files by choosing between three options: trusted, shelters.These are options offered more or less from any antivirus, which therefore allow the user to act manually on threats or on all those files that are erroneously considered dangerous by the software.
Performance and impact on the system
From this point of view, little to report.Interior works in the background, without minimally affecting the overall macOS performances.In this sense, we had the opportunity to test the antivirus on different types of Mac, however all based on Intel processors.There should also be no problems with the owner M1 processor, but from this point of view we reserve the right to update the review as soon as we carry out the field test with the chip made directly by Apple.
Different speech when we ask Intergo to scan the Mac hard disk. Despite all recent models we are equipped with SSD, so particularly fast memories, it is clear how scan inevitably commit a part of the disc's resources.In this case it is possible to note some slowdowns, especially if at the same time heavy programs such as Photoshop or Final Cut Pro start.
Compatibility
Excellent news from this point of view.Inter recently announced the compatibility with Macos Big Sur, namely the most recent version of the Apple operating system.The antivirus could also already be installed on all the previous versions of macOS and, even, also on all the versions of OS X, with the latter represents the previous nomenclature assigned by the Cupertino company.Practically any Mac model can make use of Inter protection.
Additional services
Netbarrier is the Intergo firewall, characterized by some extra options.You can select whether to use Netbarrier to protect your Mac while you are connected to your home, work or while using a public Wi-Fi hotspot.It is therefore possible to allow or block both incoming internet connections and outgoing, as well as local incoming and outgoing local connections.All 3 Netbarrier presets block the "incoming internet connections", but the preset "public hotspot" also blocks the incoming local connections, which means that the IT criminals that use the same public Wi-Fi connection cannot be able toattack your device.
Netbarrier also has an application card, which lists all the programs that try to connect to the internet from their device.This feature is really well conceived, as it gives full control over the apps that want to share or receive information via the Internet.Some of these applications can be harmful malware, which try to steal their personal information to share them via the internet.However, since Netbarrier blocks these connections, the malware will not be able to work, so the Mac and personal information will remain protected.
Contentbarrier is instead the Minor Protection Software of Intero.With this functionality it is possible to monitor how their children use the Internet, which sites visited, that keys press and even check the chat rooms and activities on the messaging apps.
Prices and Subscription Plans Interior
As always happens for antivirus, Inter offers a series of subscription packages:
Let's now move on to the FAQs on Intergo Antivirus.
Frequent questions about Intergo Antivirus
Is there a free version?
There is no free version of Intero.For each package, however, it is possible to obtain a trial version, i.e. a free trial that allows you to test the functionality of the selected package without costs.
The duration of the test varies according to the one chosen and, at the end, you can decide whether to make the purchase or not.However, this is a limited possibility over time, as the antivirus in question has been designed to be paid.
Are you looking for a free product?See also the guide to free antivirus.
Can you use on iPhone or iPad?
There is an interior version designed specifically for iOS.Basically it is a software capable of scanning the memory of iPhone and iPad in search of malware and/or viruses of any kind.
It can be comfortably downloaded and installed by the App Store as clarified on the official support page.However, it is good to clarify how it is something different from the complete antivirus designed for macOS.
I interpose the system greatly weighs down?
As we have already had the opportunity to clarify, I do not weigh down the system in itself.Its background action has no particular reflections on macOS performance, even on board more dated Macbooks or Macs.
It is clear, however, that by starting the scan of the internal disk (be it a mechanical hard disk or an SSD) the performance of the machine can be affected.