Are you wondering if it really pays to pay for antivirus software or if the free antivirus versions out there are just as good? Wonder no more. Here’s the skinny when it comes to what works and what may be a little lightweight, depending upon your antivirus needs…
The bottom line is that free antivirus software can provide you with very basic protection against computer viruses, malware and spyware, but it has its limitations such as the fact that it lacks some of the more heavy duty protection features you get when you pay for proven antivirus software. What this boils down to is that if you only engage in low-risk online activities, you would be protected from common online threats. So, you may be ok if you settle for free antivirus software.
Specific limitations associated with free antivirus software include real-time protection, proactive threat blocking with AI, ransomware protection, identity theft monitoring and the customer support that is typically provided with their more comprehensive counterparts that require a fee.
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