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McAfee+ Premium antivirus review
By John Brandon published
McAfee+ Premium packs good antivirus coverage and a solid array of extras like an unlimited VPN, password manager, file shredder and more into a clean interface for fast yet thorough protection.

Why aren't there antivirus apps for the iPhone?
By Amber Bouman published
Apple designed the iPhone in such a way that antivirus software isn't necessary on iOS but there are still steps you can take to keep your devices safe.

Do you really need to pay for antivirus software?
By Amber Bouman published
There are a lot of great free antivirus software options out there but if you want the best protection possible, you're better off paying.

Bitdefender antivirus review
By John Brandon published
A powerful and capable antivirus with plenty of extras

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.

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.

I compared Norton vs McAfee’s antivirus software to see which one is best
By Amber Bouman published
Norton and McAfee both have a lot to offer in terms of features and extras, but which antivirus programs is best suited for your PC?
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