Intego’s applications have been updated to provide even stronger Internet protection

Apr 8, 2014 14:23 GMT  ·  By

Mac security expert Intego, the leading provider of security products built exclusively for Mac users, today introduced its latest product line in Mac security and protection, VirusBarrier X8 and NetBarrier X8.

Intego has updated its flagship applications to provide stronger protection against the dangers of the Internet, according to the company’s announcement.

“For over 17 years Intego has made it its mission to protect Apple products, which means all its software is Apple-native and has been designed for Mac OS X specifically.”

The firm’s VirusBarrier X8 has gained a new low-priority scanning mode, while NetBarrier X8 has a new “rule functionality,” which allows the user to configure the software easier. It also includes all-new options for firewall/application monitoring.

As usual, the security company sells these apps individually as well as bundled. One such package is the Mac Internet Security X8 ($49.99 / €36.62), which includes VirusBarrier X8 and NetBarrier X8. Intego describes it as “worry-free protection against Mac / Windows malware and suspicious strangers / applications looking to access your Mac.”

A Premium bundle is sold with VirusBarrier X8, NetBarrier X8, Family Protector, Mac Washing Machine, and Personal Backup inside. This product sells for $64.99 / €47.22 and allows you to “optimize your Mac’s performance, backup your files and create a safe surfing environment for your family and children,” as well as protect the system against regular malware and intrusions.

Other bundles include Mac Washing Machine Secure X8 (VirusBarrier X8, NetBarrier X8, and Mac Washing Machine X8), and Family Protector Secure X8 (VirusBarrier X8, NetBarrier X8, and Family Protector).

“We designed our X8 product line to be incredibly effective, straightforward and unobtrusive - exactly how our customers expect their Macs to operate,” said Jeff Erwin, CEO of Intego.   Available for purchase at www.intego.com immediately, Intego’s X8 bundles are offered in English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese. Existing users can upgrade to the X8 product line for free.

Mac users looking to try before buying can download trial versions of VirusBarrier X8 and NetBarrier X8.

System requirements include Mac OS X 10.7 or higher, a Mac computer with Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 1.5 GB of available hard disk space, and an Internet connection for NetUpdate security updates.

While security has never been a top priority for Apple customers, the need for anti-malware software has increased in recent years. Mac malware is not a critical threat, but it’s better to be safe than sorry. Also, malware comes in many forms and specialized software can detect it.