Definition: Antivirus software is a type of application you install to protect your system from viruses, worms and other malicious code. Most antivirus programs will monitor traffic while you surf the Web, scan incoming email and file attachments and periodically check all local files for the existence of any known malicious code.
Also Known As: anti-virus software
Latest posts by Tony Bradley (see all)
- Future of Tech and Cybersecurity Looks Bright Thanks to AI - March 26, 2024
- Beyond Detection: Enhancing Your Security Posture with Predictive Cyberthreat Insights - March 21, 2024
- Basic Understanding of Code Is a Fundamental Life Skill - March 15, 2024
Comments are closed.