A hacker can gain access to your Mac by a variety of means, including social engineering and security vulnerabilities in the Mac OS X operating system or in installed applications. However, all of these methods result in Mac OS X keeping a log of the usage of each user account in the computer. After reading about how hackers have taken control of a MacBook's iSight camera to spy on the person sitting in front of it, you might start to get a feeling that someone is watching you.
You can imagine how much damage a person with your financial information can do. Phishing is a way to attack you without having to access your computer. In essence, you are the one willingly walking up to them to hand over the information other hackers work so hard to get. May 07, 2020 There’s an age-old belief in the tech world that Macs don’t get malware. Well, we know that isn’t true — Mac security firm Intego uncovered several new threats specifically targeted at. In the past, Macs have been hacked, and there is malware out there (such as viruses and worms) for Mac computers. While it is rare to see them, you should be careful nonetheless. Oct 15, 2015 MAC addresses are unique – sort of. A MAC 1 address, or “Media Access Control” address, is a unique 48-bit number 2 assigned to every network interface. If your computer has multiple network interfaces – say both a wired ethernet port and a wireless network adapter – each interface will have its own MAC address. In theory, it’s unique. In theory, every network card or network.
Chromebooks are very unique machines for many reasons: they are fast, light, often portable, very affordable and can take care of most things the average consumer uses a computer for. Security is also a factor we know many of you are wondering about, because word around the streets and inter webs says these computers can not get a virus.
Let’s start by mentioning no device is 100% virus free, if a good hacker looks hard enough he will probably find ways to attack your system. This stands true even for the almighty Macintosh computers, which have had (extremely) rare infections , despite their fame of being virus-proof.
With that said, we will have to say Chromebooks are about as safe as you can get when it comes to computer security. These devices operate completely in the cloud, making them a glorified browser that takes advantage of all the Chrome features Google pushes out.
These do include security features such as sandboxing and categorizing websites that may be harmful. Chromebooks are amazing at catching malware and viruses, so odds are you won’t run into any problems of this sort. Now, this does not mean you have nothing to worry about when using a Chromebook or Chrome OS computer.
Logic is your best protection
As it goes with anything in life, common sense and logic should be applied to your online uses. Don’t give your personal information to random sites across the web, and be careful for impostors.
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The most common impostors use a technique named “phishing”, in which a malicious user creates a fake site, usually impersonating large financial institutions. Maybe they will create a fake website for your bank and send you an email, trying to get your personal information.
You can imagine how much damage a person with your financial information can do. Phishing is a way to attack you without having to access your computer. In essence, you are the one willingly walking up to them to hand over the information other hackers work so hard to get.
Sadly, phishing doesn’t work on a system level, which means even Chromebooks are susceptible to such threats.
Ways to protect yourself
First and foremost, don’t trust any website or email you get. Look for clues that prove these traps are not legitimate. These phishers usually don’t know your name, for example. They will send emails as your bank institution, for example, referring to you as “dear customer” or something along those lines.
I also like to use the Avast! Online Security extension. This is a community-driven extension that tells you whether a site is safe or not. It also measures its popularity in some ways, which can help you identify a fake website. Legitimate bank websites are likely to have a lot of traffic and good scores.
How Do People Get Hacked
These are simply tools, though. Not even the best OS or virus-protection is foolproof. You need to make sure you are being careful with your information and keep high standards on your trusting habits.
Learn how to get your Mac desktop or Mac notebook fixed and how much it will cost.
How do I get my Mac fixed?
To get service for your Mac, you can make a reservation at an Apple Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Make sure you know your Apple ID and password before your appointment. Or, if you have a Mac notebook, contact us and we'll send you a box you can use to ship it to an Apple Repair Center. We'll return your repaired product to you as quickly as possible. Depending on where you get service, you might be able to check the status of your repair online.
How much will it cost?
There's no charge if the issue is covered under warranty, AppleCare+, or consumer law. If your issue isn't covered, the price depends on the type of repair. Ask your service representative for an estimate.
Battery service
If you're experiencing an issue with your battery, your Mac notebook might not require a repair. These tips show you how to maximize your battery performance. If you can't turn on your Mac or if the screen turns black, follow these steps to resolve the issue.
Your Mac notebook battery service might be covered by warranty, consumer law, or AppleCare+. These prices are for out-of-warranty service. We might need to test your product to determine the final service fee.
MacBook Pro | Out of Warranty |
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16-inch MacBook Pro | $199 |
15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display | $199 |
13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display | $199 |
15-inch MacBook Pro | $129 |
13-inch MacBook Pro | $129 |
17-inch MacBook Pro (Vintage) | $179 |
MacBook Air | Out of Warranty |
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13-inch MacBook Air | $129 |
11-inch MacBook Air | $129 |
Pricing and terms might vary at other service providers. All prices are in U.S. dollars ($) and are subject to tax.
Accessories
Apple-branded accessories are covered under the Apple One Year Limited Warranty. Our warranty doesn't cover batteries that wear down from normal use. If your accessory's battery is depleted and your warranty has expired, you can replace the accessory’s battery for a fee.
Product | Accessory battery service |
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Magic Keyboard | $29 |
Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad | $29 |
Magic Mouse 2 | $29 |
Magic Trackpad 2 | $29 |
Pricing and terms might vary at other service providers. All prices are in U.S. dollars ($) and are subject to tax. If shipping is required, we'll add an additional $6.95 shipping fee.
AppleCare+
AppleCare+ for Mac extends your technical support and hardware coverage up to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date. It also includes up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage. Each incident has a service fee, as shown. If you didn't buy AppleCare+ with your Mac, you can buy it within 60 days of your Mac purchase if your product isn't damaged.
The following prices are for Apple repairs with AppleCare+ accidental damage coverage.
Model | Screen or external enclosure only (with AppleCare+) | Other damage (with AppleCare+) |
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All Mac desktops and Mac notebooks with AppleCare+ | $99 | $299 |
These fees apply in the United States. All prices are in U.S. dollars ($) and are subject to tax.
Apple Limited Warranty and AppleCare+ benefits are in addition to your rights under consumer law.
AppleCare+ does not cover excessive physical damage, including catastrophic damage due to liquid contact or submersion, or damage caused by the presence of hazardous materials. Devices modified by unauthorized service providers are not eligible for AppleCare+ accidental damage coverage unless all original parts are returned to Apple.
See the AppleCare+ Terms and Conditions for complete details.
Get ready for service
Before you return your Mac to us, be sure to enable FileVault and back up your data. You may need the backup if your Mac needs to be reformatted during the repair process. Apple isn't responsible for lost data.
The Apple Limited Warranty
The Apple Limited Warranty covers your Mac and the accessories that come with it against manufacturing defects for one year from the date you bought your Mac. You may also have consumer law rights.
Our warranty doesn't cover damage caused by accidents or unauthorized modifications. You can check your coverage status online and update your proof-of-purchase information if there's an error in our records.
If your repair isn't covered by our warranty, you'll pay out-of-warranty fees.
Our guarantee after service
We guarantee our service, including replacement parts, for 90 days or the remaining term of your Apple warranty or AppleCare plan coverage, whichever is longer. We offer this whenever you get service from us or from an Apple Authorized Service Provider. This is in addition to rights provided by consumer law.