Safety
Choosing Antivirus: Buying Guide
Feb
Choosing the right antivirus is crucial for your computer's security. We compare the best programs and help you choose the right one.
Why You Need Antivirus
Although Windows 11 has Windows Defender built-in, a dedicated antivirus offers better protection and additional features.
What to Look for
- Real-time Protection: Continuous monitoring for threats
- Firewall: Protection from network attacks
- Email Protection: Scanning email attachments
- Web Protection: Blocking malicious websites
- Automatic Updates: Automatic virus definition updates
Top Antivirus 2025
Kaspersky Internet Security
Advantages: Excellent protection, low resource consumption
Disadvantages: More expensive than the competition
Price: €29.99/year
Norton 360
Advantages: Complete security package, VPN, password manager
Disadvantages: Can slow down old computers
Price: €39.99/year
Bitdefender Antivirus Plus
Advantages: Excellent protection, easy to use
Disadvantages: Limited features in the basic version
Price: €24.99/year
ESET NOD32
Advantages: Lightweight, fast, reliable
Disadvantages: Fewer extra features
Price: €19.99/year
Free Alternatives
Windows Defender: Built into Windows, basic but effective protection
Avast Free: Good protection with ads
AVG Free: Similar to Avast
Installation Tips
- Uninstall the old antivirus before installing a new one
- Do a full scan after installation
- Set scanning preferences
- Enable automatic updates
What to Avoid
Avoid unknown or suspicious antivirus programs that may actually be malware. Trust only well-known companies.
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