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PCWorld highlights three superior antivirus alternatives to PC free trials: Windows Security, free options like Bitdefender and Avast One, and comprehensive paid suites like Norton 360 Deluxe. Free ...

ZDNET tested the best antivirus software on the market, with support for multiple operating systems, VPNs, and robust protection.

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Over 300,000 new types of ransomware and other malicious software are discovered daily, according to the IT security research institute AV-TEST. Computer viruses can slow your devices, create a slew ...

Antivirus has become these days a catch-all term. It doesn’t just mean blocking literal computer viruses, trojans, and other bits of malicious code meant to attack your PC. When you opt to go beyond ...

Antivirus apps protect your PC's personal information, data, bank accounts, and other sensitive information. We've tested more than two dozen utilities to help you choose the right antivirus for your ...

Over 300,000 new types of ransomware and other malicious software are discovered daily, according to the IT security research institute AV-TEST. Computer viruses can slow your devices, create a slew ...