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I put Trend Micro and McAfee antivirus in a head to head showdown – here’s how it went
By Amber Bouman published
McAfee is known for offering a lot of features and extras, while Trend Micro has a lot of plans that cover many different devices. We compare the two point by point here.

The best antivirus software 2025: Tested and reviewed
By Amber Bouman, Brian Nadel last updated
The best antivirus program can keep your Windows PC clean and protected from the latest threats while providing several security-minded extras.

5 common mistakes people make when shopping for antivirus software
By John Brandon last updated
From getting a security suite with all of the bells and whistles to not doing enough research, these are the most common antivirus software shopping mistakes.

How does antivirus software work?
By John Brandon published
Antivirus software may already be installed on your computer but here’s what you need to know about how it works and keeps you safe online in the background.

FTC rules Avast customers entitled to $16.5 million settlement — how to claim your share
By Amber Bouman published
Avast customers may be entitled to a share of a $16.5 million settlement. Here's how to make your claim.

The best Android antivirus apps in 2025
By Amber Bouman, Brian Nadel last updated
Light and fast but with the ability to defend a phone or tablet, the best Android antivirus apps can protect your data and privacy without slowing down your devices.

The best Mac antivirus software in 2025
By Amber Bouman last updated
The best Mac antivirus software can help keep your MacBook, Mac mini, iMac and other Apple machines virus free.

The best Windows 10 antivirus software in 2025
By Amber Bouman last updated
Keep your Windows PCs protected against malware and other cyberthreats with one of the best Windows 10 antivirus programs.
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