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This USB flash drive has a built-in anti-malware system, but I still wouldn't use one I found in a parking lot
By Andy Edser published
News Buffalo's RUF2-KEV may look unassuming, but it's got enviable security credentials.

CrowdStrike is having problems with Windows again but thankfully just with 24H2 and just in some Office programs
By Jacob Fox last updated
News That sinking feeling when you hear "CrowdStrike", "Windows", and "crash" in the same sentence.

US Gov announces upcoming ban of Kaspersky antivirus software for US customers—including future updates—citing an 'unacceptable risk to national security'
By Andy Edser published
news If you're a US Kaspersky customer, now's the time to look for a new AV provider.

Windows Defender let me down, so I thought I'd try some popular free antivirus alternatives. They left a lot to be desired
By Andy Edser published
Antiviral Free third-party AVs have always been a bit ropey, and my journey back into the murky world of free protection was far from pleasant.

Best antivirus for PC gaming
By Jorge Jimenez last updated
Security The best antivirus software will protect your precious files and keep your play time uninterrupted.

Kaspersky blocked 5.8M malware attacks 'disguised as popular PC games' last year
By Paul Lilly published
News Cyber-attackers are targeting gamers with increased frequency.

Norton and Avast merge to form super-cybersecurity company
By Alan Dexter published
News The merged company lays claim to over 500 million users.

Discord malware is a persistent and growing threat warns Sophos
By Katie Wickens published
news Malware 'can persist indefinitely unless reported' in the chat software's cloud files.
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