Windows 10: This is what you need to look out for in antivirus software

If you want to protect Windows 10 securely, you need good antivirus software. You can find out here what this should do and what you need to consider when making your selection.

Windows 10 antivirus software should do that

Hackers' tricks are getting smarter, so even if you are careful online, viruses, Trojans, worms, spyware and ransomware can infect your computer. This endangers your valuable data and, in the worst case, makes you the target of cyber blackmailers who encrypt your data and will not release it without a ransom. That's why good antivirus software is essential.

• Windows 10 has Windows 10 Defender with basic protection mechanisms such as a firewall and virus protection. The Defender also takes over the tasks of Microsoft Security Essentials.
• Antivirus software is supposed to help against malware that exploits security gaps in the operating system and in programs or reaches the computer via websites and emails.
• A frequent update of the virus signatures is essential for this, since new viruses are constantly being spread.
• A real-time scanner protects your system while surfing and when installing and using software.
• Of course there is no complete security, as the development is a constant cat-and-mouse game and program updates keep creating security gaps that can be used by hackers.

Windows Defender

Windows Defender offers you a firewall and a virus scanner and is included with Windows 10.

• The program is therefore free of charge and offers basic protection against attacks.
• It manages the protection of your computer in the background and can check the functionality of other software and only switches on when the other software is not working.
• Windows Defender has had issues with Windows 10 crashing and startup issues in the past.

AntiVir - Avira Free Antivirus

One of the best known antivirus programs is AntiVir - Avira Free Antivirus. Equipped with real-time protection and a firewall, you can enjoy free basic protection.

• Avira updates the virus definition regularly and protects your system with an automatic update.
• You can purchase modules such as web protection, ad blocker, phishing protection and banking protection in the Pro version.
• The three Pro versions cost between € 34.95 and € 99.95 and are regularly available at a discount as a special offer.
• The software is also available as a free download from us for Android.
• We also offer a version of the anti-virus software Avira for Mac as a free download.

BitDefender Antivirus

Bitdefender is a multi-award-winning program that gives you complete protection, secure Internet via VPN and system optimization.

• The different paid versions cost between 14.99 euros and 59.99 euros.
• Program versions for iOS and Android are also available.
• With the different models, you can protect one or more devices between one and three years.
• Frequent updates to the virus definition are released.

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