{"id":160,"date":"2020-10-28T17:29:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-28T17:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cpsmi.com\/blog\/?p=160"},"modified":"2021-11-01T18:25:47","modified_gmt":"2021-11-01T18:25:47","slug":"top-antivirus-software-for-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cpsmi.com\/blog\/top-antivirus-software-for-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Antivirus Software for 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Home computers have morphed from being an afterthought to the forefront of our lives. The internet is vital to work, school, staying in touch with family and friends, and more. These crucial connections are nearly priceless, so it is imperative the computers connecting you to the internet are running smoothly, efficiently, and without viruses or malware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While viruses are older and less-relevant, malware is more fruitful for hackers, making ransomware and data-stealing Trojans much more common. Most antivirus programs rid your computer of Trojans, rootkits, spyware, adware, ransomware, and others. PCMag <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-antivirus-protection\">tested<\/a> more than 40 different commercial antivirus utilities to help consumers ensure they are using the best software available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The top ten antivirus programs are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>McAfee AntiVirus Plus<\/li><li>Norton AntiVirus Plus<\/li><li>Kaspersky Anti-Virus<\/li><li>Bitdefender Antivirus Plus<\/li><li>Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus<\/li><li>ESET NOD32 Antivirus<\/li><li>Malwarebytes Premium<\/li><li>Sophos Home Premium<\/li><li>Trend Micro Antivirus + Security<\/li><li>F-Secure Anti-Virus<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you need help or guidance finding the right antivirus software for your computer? Have you gone through steps on your own but are still experiencing virus, spyware, Trojan, etc. issues? Are you looking to prevent future infection? The computer experts at Creative Programs and Systems specialize in <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsmi.com\/computer-virus-malware-spyware-removal\"><strong>virus removal.<\/strong><\/a><strong> Our trained, experienced professionals can assist you by getting your vital device back up and running in no time.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 1994, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsmi.com\/\">Creative Programs and Systems<\/a> provides professional results for all computer needs. We design, create, and code an array of custom software programs and websites; implement internet marketing strategies for enhanced Search Engine Optimization (SEO) results; repair and provide support for computers of both residential and professional nature; build custom systems and servers, and offer secure data backups. Need assistance or want to learn more? 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