antivirus
Best free malware removal tools 2021
Best free malware removal tools 2021
Worried your device is infected? Here are the tools you need to get rid of malicious software
8 Oct 2021
How to turn on Windows Defender
How to turn on Windows Defender
Find out how to turn on, or off, Windows Defender on Windows 10 and older versions of Windows
30 Sep 2021
What's the difference between antimalware and antivirus?
What's the difference between antimalware and antivirus?
We help you navigate the worlds of antimalware and antivirus
17 Sep 2021
Over 90% of IT teams feel pressure to compromise security
Over 90% of IT teams feel pressure to compromise security
Organizations reject attempts to update security
9 Sep 2021
F-Secure Safe review: Laser-focused security
F-Secure Safe review: Laser-focused security
A slick, simple security suite that will keep you safe while staying out of your way
31 Aug 2021
Kaspersky Internet Security review: Perfect for power users
Kaspersky Internet Security review: Perfect for power users
With plenty of tools and features to play with, this powerful suite goes far beyond blocking viruses
27 Aug 2021
Microsoft Windows Security review: Minimum effort
Microsoft Windows Security review: Minimum effort
It’s the easiest security solution imaginable – but these built-in protections aren’t without their foibles
25 Aug 2021
McAfee Total Protection review: Quick, effective and affordable
McAfee Total Protection review: Quick, effective and affordable
A solid security choice, with perfect malware protection, a fully functional VPN and more
23 Aug 2021
AVG Internet Security review: Money for nothing
AVG Internet Security review: Money for nothing
An ostensible upgrade from the free Avast package – but there’s very little here to justify the cost
20 Aug 2021
G Data Total Security review: Aptly named, but steeply priced
G Data Total Security review: Aptly named, but steeply priced
This security suite is bursting at the seams, but that doesn’t mean it’s good value
18 Aug 2021
Norton 360 Standard review: A dependable partner in security
Norton 360 Standard review: A dependable partner in security
It may be a little trigger-happy, but Norton 360 is a terrific deal for the price
16 Aug 2021
Avira Antivirus Pro review: Obnoxious and annoying
Avira Antivirus Pro review: Obnoxious and annoying
This antivirus tool does the job, but it’s expensive – and the in-app advertising really sticks in the throat
13 Aug 2021
Bitdefender Internet Security review: A solid suite at a fair price
Bitdefender Internet Security review: A solid suite at a fair price
Strong protection against viruses and ransomware make this a fine solution
6 Aug 2021
Avast Antivirus Free review: Our favourite free solution
Avast Antivirus Free review: Our favourite free solution
Excellent protection with minimal intrusions and a strong set of bonus features – and it doesn’t cost a penny
4 Aug 2021
Avast and Norton in talks over multi-billion dollar merger
Avast and Norton in talks over multi-billion dollar merger
The two competitors could join forces to become the biggest name in the consumer security market
15 Jul 2021
What is a botnet?
What is a botnet?
An in-depth look at the evolution of this highly effective method of cyber crime
14 Jul 2021
Antivirus creator John McAfee found dead in Spanish prison
Antivirus creator John McAfee found dead in Spanish prison
The software pioneer was awaiting extradition to the US on charges of tax evasion
24 Jun 2021
McAfee to refund customers following CMA auto-renew probe
McAfee to refund customers following CMA auto-renew probe
Investigation found that long-term users of the antivirus software were being charged higher prices than new customers
26 May 2021
How computer viruses spread and how to avoid them
How computer viruses spread and how to avoid them
You know that computer viruses can be a nightmare; here's how they spread from one computer to the next
26 Mar 2021
UK watchdog takes Norton to court over auto-renewing contracts
UK watchdog takes Norton to court over auto-renewing contracts
The antivirus provider refused to provide information for the CMA's ongoing investigation
24 Mar 2021
McAfee to sell enterprise business to STG for £2.8 billion
McAfee to sell enterprise business to STG for £2.8 billion
The enterprise business will be rebranded, with McAfee focusing on personal security
9 Mar 2021
John McAfee charged with cryptocurrency fraud
John McAfee charged with cryptocurrency fraud
The antivirus pioneer and his bodyguard allegedly made $2 million by laundering the Doge cryptocurrency
8 Mar 2021
Best antivirus for Android 2019
Best antivirus for Android 2019
Android phones need security protection, but which is best for you?
4 Feb 2021