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Kool Tools: MacScan 3

SecureMac’s MacScan 3 is the next generation of its anti-malware software for Mac users. It protects against trojan horses, keystroke loggers and adware.
Automatic malware definition updates are designed to ensure that you’re protected against the latest threats. MacScan 3 includes a streamlined user experience, new features, and major improvements to speed and stability.

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U.S. smartphone owners love their social networking apps

New data from Parks Associates (www.parksassociates.com) shows that more than 70% of U.S. smartphone users watch at least one short streaming video clip every day.

Parks Associates’ survey shows consumers are embracing many new use cases as their smartphones become more intelligent and multifunctional. Voice calls and texting are still the dominant activities, but 80% of smartphone owners use social networking apps at least once a day and 35% spend an hour or more on this activity.

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SCSC launches Performance Probe 2.1 for Mac OS X

Software and Computer System Company has announced Performance Probe 2.1 for Mac OS X (http://tinyurl.com/zjjec3g).

The tool is designed to help users find the sources of bottlenecks and performance problems with their systems. Version 2.1 includes a heads-up display that can perform loading measurements, dynamically graph drive and network activity, provide quick snapshots of the systems highest CPU and memory consumers. And it’s fully El Capitan capable.

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Cybersecurity incidents in Canada increased 160% year-over-year

According to PwC’s Global State of Information Security (GSISS) Survey 2016 (www.pwc.com/ca/gsiss), Canadian companies are taking steps towards establishing holistic, integrated safeguards against cyberattacks. While investment in safeguards against cybersecurity threats have increased by 82% year over year, it still accounts for an average of only 5% of overall IT (Information Technology) spending.

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