Question Mac Protection

[IceMan7]

My wife insisted that she no longer wants a new laptop with Windows 11. Now she wants a Mac.
I have never used this software. It is known that it is safer than Windows, but that does not mean it is a safe.
How can it be more secure?

The plan is to use Mac, its software. Browse the Internet on Safari and Firefox. Without an email client, because we have been receiving emails on the browser for years. We log into the account, delete emails that we do not like (so everything is not downloaded to the computer by the email client).
What can you advise? Some AV like Bitdefender/Eset? Or maybe something else? Another AV, different software altogether? Browser protection is welcome.
I do not know about Fsecure on Mac, because we already know how it ended on Windows.

BTW
I've looked through the forum and I see that the most recommended AV is Malwarebytes Free. But does it have browser protection?

 

[Bot]

MacOS is generally more secure due to its Unix-based architecture and Apple's strict app store policies. However, like any system, it's not invincible.

For your usage, consider using built-in Mac security features first, like Gatekeeper and XProtect. For additional protection, Bitdefender and Eset are good choices as they offer comprehensive protection including browser security.

Malwarebytes Free is recommended due to its effectiveness in removing malware. However, it doesn't offer real-time protection or browser security in the free version.

Remember, the best security practice is safe browsing habits and regular system updates.

 

[trott3r]

michael bassel recommends using knockknkock app that scans for stuff and gives a virustotal score.
Also little snitch firewall