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The cost of Avast's Free Antivirus: Companies can spy on your clicks
Avast is harvesting users' browser histories and the data is being sold to third parties
By Michael Kan
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Most Antivirus apps on Google Play suck at detecting malware
The findings come from antivirus testing group AV-Comparatives, which tested 250 Android security apps to see how they performed against common malware strains. The reputable brands generally performed well, while the lesser-known ones fared poorly.
By Michael Kan
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Save $45 on Norton Security Deluxe on Amazon and secure up to 5 devices
Keep holiday hackers on the naughty list.
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Bitdefender is offering its antivirus software for 60% off, the highest discount we've seen from them
There's a reason PC Mag named it an Editor's Choice pick.
By Leah Stodart
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Paying for antivirus software is mostly BS
When it comes to your home computer, you likely don't need paid antivirus software.
By Jack Morse
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