Your PC is capable of running not one, but two Windows apps designed to protect you and your system against online threats: Windows Security and Microsoft Defender. Telling them apart can be…
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Kaspersky just slipped a different antivirus onto subscribers’ PCs
Kaspersky subscribers have known that they’re on borrowed time—the ban on the Russia-based company’s antivirus software takes full effect on September 29. But some paid users still got a surprise late last…
You need to replace Kaspersky’s antivirus ASAP. Try one of these alternatives
Time’s running out—Kaspersky antivirus finishes its US shutdown at the end of the month. In June, the Russia-based company was classified as a risk to national security, resulting in a ban on…
Best free antivirus 2024: Keep your PC safe without spending a dime
A lot of time is spent looking at the best paid antivirus suites, but free antivirus solutions are worth discussion, too. After all, free versions are based on their paid counterparts. Good…
Trend Micro Maximum Security review: Better alternatives exist
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Simple interface Browser extension is genuinely useful Cons Weak offline protection against malware Several underwhelming features, including the password manager Potentially showstopping bugs Our Verdict Even…
ESET Home Security Premium review: Simple protection with a complex heart
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Clean interface Good antivirus protection Advanced settings Cons Parental controls have limited utility Unclear pricing Our Verdict ESET Home Security Premium may have changed its name,…
McAfee+ Ultimate review: Comprehensive security that needs more polish
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Solid antivirus protection Comprehensive protection against online threats Cons Notable performance impact on some PCs User interface is a little scattered Many of the tools and…
McAfee Total Protection review: Top security undermined by a major feature
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Solid antivirus protection Broad protection against online threats Cons Can heavily impact performance on some PCs User interface is a little scattered Password manager is difficult…
Don’t take your antivirus software for granted
Security news is often sober, especially as of late. Many huge data breaches have come to light this year alone, and security vulnerabilities keep coming at us, too—like this week’s report about…