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What is the top antivirus choice? Microsoft Defender?

What is the top antivirus choice? Microsoft Defender?

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plompan
Junior Member
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05-14-2016, 01:42 AM
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What is the top antivirus solution? Comparing Microsoft Defender Antivirus to AVG reveals which performs better.
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plompan
05-14-2016, 01:42 AM #1

What is the top antivirus solution? Comparing Microsoft Defender Antivirus to AVG reveals which performs better.

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TavrosNitram
Junior Member
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05-21-2016, 11:44 PM
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It depends on the features you need. Microsoft Defender functions adequately for its capabilities; yet other providers offer additional security measures like safe web browsers and other tools designed to block harmful files from downloading onto your system.
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TavrosNitram
05-21-2016, 11:44 PM #2

It depends on the features you need. Microsoft Defender functions adequately for its capabilities; yet other providers offer additional security measures like safe web browsers and other tools designed to block harmful files from downloading onto your system.

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xX_IceyWolf_Xx
Senior Member
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05-22-2016, 02:03 AM
#3
I usually prefer Windows Defender these days. It’s quiet and doesn’t interfere much. Still, you should apply common sense when choosing an antivirus. I also enjoy using Adblock plus in my browsers and DuckDuckGo as my default search engine.
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xX_IceyWolf_Xx
05-22-2016, 02:03 AM #3

I usually prefer Windows Defender these days. It’s quiet and doesn’t interfere much. Still, you should apply common sense when choosing an antivirus. I also enjoy using Adblock plus in my browsers and DuckDuckGo as my default search engine.

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Udlu
Member
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05-22-2016, 03:08 AM
#4
How is it unobtrusive?
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Udlu
05-22-2016, 03:08 AM #4

How is it unobtrusive?

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VWB80
Junior Member
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05-22-2016, 03:20 AM
#5
Seconding
@ohio_buckeye
Windows Defender/Security should suffice.
Maybe Malwarebytes for occasional backup scans and checks.
The main point is to always maintain solid, current backups—readable and recoverable. Just in case...
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VWB80
05-22-2016, 03:20 AM #5

Seconding
@ohio_buckeye
Windows Defender/Security should suffice.
Maybe Malwarebytes for occasional backup scans and checks.
The main point is to always maintain solid, current backups—readable and recoverable. Just in case...

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BaiFelicia
Member
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05-22-2016, 11:03 AM
#6
It's not always nagging you about everything.
Defender plus some working brain cells are usually enough.
You might consider adding uBlock or AdBlock+ for extra protection.
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BaiFelicia
05-22-2016, 11:03 AM #6

It's not always nagging you about everything.
Defender plus some working brain cells are usually enough.
You might consider adding uBlock or AdBlock+ for extra protection.

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Its_Alann
Junior Member
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05-24-2016, 12:59 AM
#7
As the person mentioned, Windows Defender is generally not constantly urging you to buy anything. It tends to operate quietly, with occasional scans needed.
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Its_Alann
05-24-2016, 12:59 AM #7

As the person mentioned, Windows Defender is generally not constantly urging you to buy anything. It tends to operate quietly, with occasional scans needed.

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PushPlay112
Junior Member
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05-24-2016, 09:13 AM
#8
Hello!
Windows Defender works quite well.
I don’t rely on antiviruses such as AVG, Avast, McAfee, or Norton!
(These are actually worse than Windows Defender!)
I’m currently using ESET Smart Security and I’m happy with it.
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PushPlay112
05-24-2016, 09:13 AM #8

Hello!
Windows Defender works quite well.
I don’t rely on antiviruses such as AVG, Avast, McAfee, or Norton!
(These are actually worse than Windows Defender!)
I’m currently using ESET Smart Security and I’m happy with it.

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Gilad2004
Junior Member
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05-24-2016, 10:46 AM
#9
Defender stands out among the top AV solutions today. While ESET remains highly regarded, it may not justify a subscription cost. I also use tools such as uBlock while browsing, which help block threats before they reach the system.
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Gilad2004
05-24-2016, 10:46 AM #9

Defender stands out among the top AV solutions today. While ESET remains highly regarded, it may not justify a subscription cost. I also use tools such as uBlock while browsing, which help block threats before they reach the system.