You likely have heard of antivirus software before and that you should install it on your computer, but what exactly does it do, and is it necessary? We’re here to help give you these answers and ensure you of the importance of computer security and protection.

How Does Antivirus Software Work? 

Simply put, antivirus software is designed and used to detect and protect your computers from any malicious software and viruses. Even if you are smart with your computer use and do what you think is necessary to prevent viruses, it’s impossible to completely protect yourself without some help.  Antivirus software is a must-have for proper computer care and your security strategy, so your software, information, and network are secure. 

Antivirus software, once installed, will run in the background while you use your computer and check every file and website you open for any viruses or malware that could lead to complications and compromise your privacy and security. As well, antivirus software will also run complete system scans periodically to ensure there are no dormant, hidden viruses on your computer. If the antivirus software does detect any virus or malware, it will stop running that file immediately and alert you to check out whether it was a false detection or not. 

The Dangers of Computer Viruses

Antivirus software is essential to your security and the protection of your computer and its software and data. Viruses and malicious malware are always out there trying to hurt you and destroy your computer and can leave you with a real problem on your hands. Viruses can affect your computer in these ways:

• Slow operation speed drastically
• Delete or damage your files
• Reformat the hard disk
• Frequent computer crashes
• Loss of data
• Inability to perform any task on the internet or computer

Antivirus software is your best chance of fighting these viruses and protecting your computer, which is likely a necessary and helpful electronic in your daily life and operation. Be sure to install it on all of your computers! 

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