What Is the Definition of Antivirus Software?
An antivirus software program scans, monitors, protects and secures a computer from the perils and threats of harmful and malicious viruses. The software generally running in the background searches, detects and removes/quarantines viruses and other dangerous malicious software or malware such as Trojans, worms and spyware that may infect a computer. Regular software upgrades and security feature updates ensure protection against new viruses and other malware threats.
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Maintains Overall PC Security
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A robust, proprietary antivirus software program protects a PC from varied and multiple virus threats and attacks and generally ensures a PC's stability and security.
Scans Computer Periodically
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An antivirus software program scans a computer periodically based on pre-defined schedules or automatically if it detects sudden intrusions and threats.
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Prevents Online Virus Attacks
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Antivirus software thwarts and prevents virus attacks or attacks while surfing, working, entertaining and downloading or shopping online through email attachments, proxy websites and freeware downloads.
Protects PC Contents
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Antivirus software protects the important contents, files and documents of a PC from being infected or damaged through ad-hoc virus attacks, intrusions and infections.
Popular Antivirus Software
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Kaspersky, Norton, Trend Micro, Computer Associates, Symantec and Zone Alarm are popular proprietary antivirus software used by millions of users.
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