Anti-virus/Internet security for Mac software?

Thoughts about whether Anti Virus/Internet security software is necessary for Mac computers?  How about a new college student?

If so any recommendations on which one to use?

Thank you

Mark

You do not have anti virus for Mac.   Review carefully on known sites and you should have no trouble.   Don't download questionable sites (Cnet, MacKeeper and similar).   If you are unsure about a site, ask here in the forums.

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