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Do I need anti-virus software like Norton or McAfee with Windows 10

Do I need anti-virus software like Norton or McAfee with Windows 10

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You may use them if you want but there is no need to do this.
And please read https://robert.ocallahan.org/2017/01/disable-yo...
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Hi JR

Windows 10 now contains a full and competent Security Suite . . .

Windows Defender has, over the last few years become a fully featured Security solution

It is on a par with paid for Anti-virus software, the virus definitions are updated regularly, it will not slow our PC down, works well with Edge and it is Free

Honestly, you do not need more protection than Defender can supply . ..
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Hello JR,

In my case Windows Defender is good enough (is built in for windows), so it make the pc safe ( so I do not use another one.

But have a look this article (some people combine WD with anti-malware program
https://www.howtogeek.com/225385/what%E2%80%99s...

Hope it helps, have a good day

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Thank you. That was my inclination, too. But I appreciate the expert and researched advise. Thank you very much.

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Thank you. That was my inclination, too. But I appreciate the expert and researched advise. Thank you very much.

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Always welcome enjoy the day

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That's strictly a matter of opinion, and everyone has their own opinion.

You shouldn't expect to find an impartial opinion in a community forum sponsored by Microsoft.

You owe it to yourself to read the professional reviews of popular antivirus programs. Then make the choice that's right for you. There are no wrong answers.

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Hi JR, glad to Help!
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Tbh I have removed Norton in favour of Windows Defender & found my PC is faster. Imo Norton has become bloated & often crashed after updating the software requiring a clean install.
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