Submitted by Mr Potato Head on and last modified on 26 February, 2017
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Description of App:
ClamXav is a free virus scanner for Mac OS X. It uses the very popular ClamAV open source antivirus engine as a back end and has the ability to detect both Windows and Mac threats.
- Scan only the files you tell it to, or your entire hard drive, whichever you prefer.
- Clean, simple-to-use interface.
- Clearly lists infected files.
- Free virus definitions (usually updated daily)
- Save your favourite scan locations for easy access.
- Customise the toolbar - or hide it entirely.
- Send selected files to quarantine or trash with one click.
- Specify files to exclude using plain text, regular expressions, or by using drag & drop from the Finder.
- Specify schedules to update virus definitions and perform scans.
Version:
2.3.5
Free or Paid:
Free
Version Of macOS App Was Tested On:
10.8.3
Accessibility Comments:
I've just downloaded this after seeing it recommended elsewhere, and so far it seems to be very accessible.
As is the nature of so many applications, you need to take a few minutes to familiarise yourself with its interface, but, other than needing to add some custom labels to the 'Add' and 'Remove' buttons, this one seems to be fairly intuitive.Usability:
The app is fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and use.
Other Comments:
Note that the version available via MacUpdate and the developer's website is newer than that currently on the Mac App Store and also includes Clam Century (an active monitoring feature).
1 Comment
Just wanted to let you knwo of another virus program.
Submitted by Siobhan on