antivirus and security

Antivirus and security discussions on WindowsForum.com cover the limitations of relying solely on antivirus software after Windows 10 end of support in 2025. Users explore why antivirus alone is insufficient when Microsoft stops providing free security updates, technical assistance, and security fixes for Windows 10. The community emphasizes that antivirus may still detect malware but cannot replace the missing security layer from Microsoft. Practical advice includes checking if a PC can upgrade to Windows 11, or considering replacement, isolation, or accepting unsupported risk. The tag focuses on the intersection of antivirus tools and broader security strategies for Windows systems.