TITLE
    Mac OS 9: What's New - Apple Verifier
Article ID:
Created:
Modified:
60522
9/30/99
10/20/99

TOPIC

    This article describes the Apple Verifier, an application included with Mac OS 9.0.


DISCUSSION

    The Apple Verifier can be used to ensure that a file you have received is the same file the author intended you to get; that is, the file has not been corrupted, altered or infected with a virus. Signed files include a digital certificate and a signature. The Apple Verifier uses these tools to help determine who originally created a file and to make sure that the file hasn't been corrupted. This verification process can help you avoid running applications containing viruses. This process doesn't take the place of using virus protection/detection software, but it gives you a chance to detect viruses before they are "set free" on your system.

    You can only verify files that have been signed. Only developers can get the tools from Apple Developer Support to sign files. A signed file has a new icon badge that looks like a medal.

Document Information
Product Area: Mac OS System Software
Category: Mac OS 9.0
Sub Category: System Software Components
Keywords: kmos90

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