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Anti-Virus

Anti-virus software is a program designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software (malware) like viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, spyware, and other harmful threats from a computer. It plays a crucial role in protecting your device and data from online threats that can steal information, damage files, or compromise your system's performance. Key Features: Scanning and Detection: Anti-virus software scans files, applications, and the system to detect any known malware or suspicious behavior. It can perform quick scans, full system scans, or custom scans to check specific folders. Real-Time Protection: Many anti-virus programs offer real-time monitoring, continuously checking for malware as files are opened, downloaded, or modified, and blocking threats before they can cause harm. Threat Removal and Quarantine: When malware is detected, the software either removes it automatically or isolates (quarantines) the infected files to prevent them from spreading or causing further damage. Regular Updates: New malware is constantly being created, so anti-virus software frequently updates its virus definitions to recognize and counteract the latest threats. What it protects against: Viruses: Malicious programs that can replicate and spread to other files or systems. Trojan Horses: Malware disguised as legitimate software that tricks users into installing it, allowing unauthorized access. Ransomware: Locks or encrypts files, demanding payment for access. Spyware: Secretly gathers user information, often for advertising or identity theft. Adware: Bombards users with unwanted ads, sometimes also tracking browsing behavior. Anti-virus software is essential for any computer or network connected to the internet, as it serves as the first line of defense against malicious attacks that can compromise privacy, steal sensitive information, and disrupt functionality. It provides peace of mind, ensuring safer browsing, downloading, and online transactions.