As malware, ransomware, phishing, and AI‑enabled scams continue to grow in frequency and sophistication worldwide, the demand for layered, intelligent Windows antivirus has never been more critical.

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TL;DR: ESET is warning users to upgrade from Windows 10 now, well before support ends in October 2025. The security firm notes that cybercriminals realize a lot of folks have stuck with the older OS, ...

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Bitdefender is our overall pick for the best antivirus software for small businesses, while Norton offers 24/7 support, and ESET provides scalability. When it comes to antivirus software, small ...