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Why and when to use the Malwarebytes anti-malware scanner:
- Whenever you suspect a potential security issue on your device
- If your computer starts behaving weirdly
- If you feel you may have clicked on something or opened something you shouldn’t have
- We install Mawarebytes free on all workstations (macOS and Windows). In the case of Windows, this acts as a second line of defence behind Managed AV
Where to find it:
- On macOS:
- In Finder > Applications
- In the task bar, top right corner near the clock
- On Windows:
- By searching the start menu
- In the task bar, bottom right corner near the clock
Who has access:
- All team members
How to set it up:
- itac.technology set up Malwarebytes during the onboarding process. You will find it ready to go once we have had a session with you and your devices
How to use it:
- When you suspect something is not right, open the app and Start Scan
- Check the findings and report them to itac.technology
- Always report suspected security issues to itac.technology so they can be investigated. No matter how small, it must be taken seriously, even if it ends up being nothing of concern
- If Malwarebytes request you update to a paid license or start a trial, ignore or skip it to keep the free version activated