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I tested the best antivirus software for Windows: Here's what I'd use to protect my PC

ZDNET tested the best antivirus software on the market that supports multiple operating systems, VPNS, and robust protection.

ZDNET's experts carefully test multiple antivirus programs on Windows, putting them through the ringer to provide you with the best advice on which software you should install to protect your computer. , an independent IT security institute, praises TotalAV for its effectiveness in blocking "zero-day malware attacks" while minimally affecting computer performance and being easy to understand. As Asus explains on its website, installing multiple apps slows systems down and can also cause errors, leading to "protection mechanisms failing due to conflicts".

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