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2 stars
Version: iAntiVirus Free Edition 1.35
Pros: Installed OK and scan was reasonably fast.
Cons: At times a process from iAntivirus used over 90% cpu cycles. It caused my laptop to get very warm and fan to run fast.
Summary: This is a good ideal for Mac user's. But I tried it with Snow Leopard and experienced the high CPU usage. I do not know if this is a problem with Leopard. I ended up uninstalling it. read more
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
4 stars
Version: iAntiVirus Free Edition 1.35
Pros: icon is on the toolbar, ready to "remind me" to scan the computer or designated disk [external hard drive, etc]. Easy to understand!
Cons: Can't yet think of any ~~~
Summary: i'd recommend it; it's especially reasurring [and fast] in knowing the state of things ~i don't need to shut down other open apps to use iAntiVirus, Tis nice to have a free application, and yet have the option to upgrade if/when i need to. Kudos to ... read more
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
3 stars
Version: iAntiVirus Free Edition 1.35
Pros: Unobtrusive, simple to use, low overhead - aimed at OS X threats Anti-Spyware active scanning included. Free version only missing live support over paid for personal use.
Cons: Program will occasionally start using 90% or more of processor on my dual core 2.3 or so G MacBook and a large Ram footprint. Worse, company seems in denial with reps on forum saying "I can't get that to happen on my computer." Not a unique issue.
Summary: I like the product, but the company which I believe to be very reputable seems to be dropping the ball ? if nothing else in their handling of the CPU issue.I think that support is an important aspect of how any software package operates, especially A... read more
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
4 stars
Version: iAntiVirus Free Edition 1.35
Pros: Unobtrusive in realtime, Free
Cons: Only scans for Mac threats
Summary: The realtime protection is relatively unobtrusive. The disk scan however is CPU intensive.MacPro CPU usageidle: 0%iAntivirus on: 0%iAntivirus scan on: 10%MacBook Air CPU usageidle; 8%iAntivirus on: 8%iAntivirus scan on: 90%As you can see, iAntivirus... read more
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful
5 stars
Version: iAntiVirus Free Edition 1.35
"Like most Mac applications, quicka nd easy to use"
Pros: Direct, straight forward approach to anti-virus
Cons: Slows down the wireless connection
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