7 antivirus myths that are dead wrong
Antivirus software is an essential piece of protection on any Windows PC. On an internet where malware is only becoming more and more profitable for organized crime, you don’t want to be without a good…
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This killer AVG Ultimate antivirus deal is just $18 for two years
Antivirus is a lot more than just antivirus these days, but you don’t have to fork over a hefty premium to get extra protections, even if it’s popular software. Just take today’s AVG Ultimate deal…
How to uninstall McAfee antivirus
A fresh PC usually feels shiny and exciting, except when it comes packed with extra software that you never asked for—like a trial of McAfee’s antivirus software. Inevitably, the evaluation period ends, and with it…
Hackers infect users of antivirus service that delivered updates over HTTP
Getty Images Hackers abused an antivirus service for five years in order to infect end users with malware. The attack worked because the service delivered updates over HTTP, a protocol vulnerable to attacks that corrupt…
Total Defense Antivirus for Mac Review
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Easy to create a whitelist of safe/protected files and folders within the macOS. Robust Total Defense Shield and Safe Files features allow for an impressive level of protection against…
Why are Windows Defender antivirus scans slow? Here’s how to find out
Here are the basics: Microsoft Defender is the virus protection integrated into Windows by default. If no other antivirus program is installed and activated, Defender protects you against viruses. You can check whether Defender is…
How we test antivirus software at PCWorld
Antivirus software can be confusing. If security protections are already built into Windows, what makes a third-party alternative worth the switch, much less the money you might pay for it? And heck, what makes Microsoft…
Feds bust fake antivirus sellers for support fraud
If you frequent certain portions of the internet, you’ve almost certainly seen pop-ups warning you that your PC is infested with all manner of creepy-crawly viruses. The ad is fake, and so is the software…
Best antivirus software for Windows PCs 2024: Reviews and top picks
Antivirus software is a necessary tool in today’s online world. Attacks are only becoming more sophisticated, especially with the continued rise of AI. Even the most tech-savvy and cautious among us can drop their guard at…
50 antivirus and PC security terms everyone should know
Internet security is a complex topic even for experts in the field, and for average people the terminology can be downright confusing. While you may not need to know every technical term out there, having…