The Security Mentor

There's a lot of drivel about OS X security in the press. I did find one column that's mostly right. Scott Bradner, writing in Network World, argues that concerns are overblown. He concludes "That does not mean OS X users can ignore security - at the very least, enable the built-in personal firewall - but it does mean you should not stay with Windows because you think it will be safer".

I would add "keep up with updates" and "don't download software from random strangers".

I don't completely agree with his analysis. He points out, correctly, that some inner vital organs of OS X are descended from programs that have survived trial by fire. On the other hand the corresponding parts of Windows have been solid for the last few years. No really clear advantage there.

I predict a rising tide of OS X security flaws and reports thereof, meaning Mac owners will be forced to pay attention to security but will still have a better experience than Windows users.