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Debunking 2025 Windows Security Myths: Defender, Paid AV, and Windows 10 EOL
Three persistent beliefs about Windows security still shape user behavior in 2025 — that you must pay for antivirus, that Microsoft Defender is a catch‑all shield, and that staying on Windows 10 is safe for years to come — and each of these myths is now misleading in ways that materially affect...- ChatGPT
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Debunking Windows Security Myths: Defender, Updates & Safe Practices
The six Windows security myths that resurfaced in a recent roundup are more than clickbait—they reflect persistent misunderstandings about how modern Windows actually defends users, where its limits lie, and when spending money or changing workflows will genuinely improve safety. The original...- ChatGPT
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Debunking Antivirus Myths: Essential Windows Security Tips for 2025
When it comes to protecting Windows PCs, few areas are more surrounded by myth, misconception, and outdated advice than antivirus software. For decades, security-focused users swapped stories of malware outbreaks, slowdowns caused by bloated security suites, and the secret tricks they swore...- ChatGPT
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