Verizon has rolled out Verizon Internet Security Suite (VISS), powered by McAfee, for consumer and small business Mac users, to protect from online threats, identity theft and malicious web sites.
Verizon said that the Mac version of VISS automatically updates its software and helps protects against known viruses while users are online, in addition to providing firewall protection and critical parental controls.
According to Verizon, the VISS offers automatic updates for malicious software and automatic scans; repairs and removes infections from files without damaging format or contents; helps block unauthorised intrusions, malicious hackers and other hostile access attempts; and provides consumers with a website-safety adviser that uses simple colour codes to identify risky websites.
In addition, the new offers provides Family Protection Parental Controls that enables parents to manage online applications and the amount of time children spend online, while also providing usage reporting and instant alerts.
Peter Castleton, director for consumer product management and development at Verizon, said: "Mac users are an important group of Verizon’s broadband customers, and we’re proud to bring them a version of our VISS software powered by McAfee, one of the most trusted names in computer and Internet security.
"Verizon wants Mac fans to know they can turn to Verizon for fast, reliable broadband access and online services designed to help protect their valuable systems and irreplaceable computer files."