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antivirus

British  
/ ˈæntɪˌvaɪrəs /

noun

  1. (modifier) a piece of software designed to prevent viruses entering a computer system or network

    antivirus software

  2. (modifier) of or relating to such a piece of software

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You still need antivirus software, safe browsing practices, and common sense to protect against these threats.

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The Surfshark One plan at $2.29/month adds antivirus and data breach alerts, while Surfshark One+ at $3.99/month includes the Incogni data removal service.

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The service often bundles well with Avast’s antivirus products for better value.

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And although it includes malware protection, it’s not as robust as a dedicated antivirus program.

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Its malware protection is helpful, but not as robust as that of a standalone antivirus program.

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