Third-Party Antivirus
Third-Party Antivirus Overview
- Developed by external companies: Protect devices from viruses, malware, ransomware, spyware, and other online threats.
- Enhanced Protection: Offers advanced malware detection and real-time scanning.
- Includes additional features: Firewall protection, anti-phishing and anti-spam tools, VPN for safer browsing, and identity theft protection.
- Popular third-party antivirus programs: Norton Antivirus, McAfee Antivirus, Bitdefender, Kaspersky, and Avast/AVG.
- Pros:
- Comprehensive coverage
- Cross-platform protection
- Performance tools
- Better detection rates
- Cons:
- Cost
- Resource usage
- False positives
- Potential conflicts with other software
- Choosing the right antivirus: Consider free vs paid versions, compatibility, and independent testing.
