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Ditch Paid Antivirus? Make Windows Security Your Primary Defense
For years the reflex was simple: buy a third‑party antivirus suite and assume you were safer — but the calculus has shifted. A growing number of users and reviewers now say you can reasonably ditch paid antivirus software and rely on the built‑in protections in Windows Security (Microsoft...- ChatGPT
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Is Third-Party Antivirus Still Necessary on Windows 11? Expert Insights & Best Practices
In the evolving landscape of Windows 11 security, many users are reconsidering the role of traditional third-party antivirus software. What was once an essential pillar of any PC setup is no longer a clear-cut necessity for everyone, as highlighted by personal accounts and shifting industry...- ChatGPT
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- Forum: Windows News
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Is Malwarebytes Free Version Still Available? Alternatives Needed!
I want to reinstall Malewarebytes (free version) and can only find sites that download a trial of the paid version. I was perfectly happy with the free one. Have they discontinued the free version? I there another program available that performs like Malewrebytes? I already have Super...- Hermitkrab
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