Free antivirus apps can protect your PC from common threats—but paid software often adds stronger defenses, extra tools, and peace of mind. I'm here to walk you through the differences.

Avira’s core antivirus software offers real-time protection, manual scanning and scheduled scans for Windows, MacOS, iOS and Android. The Smart Scan feature also identifies potential security problems ...

Avira stays simple, but that has limits. This 2026 review examines its protection, free vs paid versions, and real-world use on desktop and mobile.

Having an antivirus app on Windows is a must. While Windows Defender is certainly an option, Consumer Reports rates these ...

TETTNANG, Germany & SILICON VALLEY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IT security expert Avira announced today that it licensed its industry-leading antivirus product to Silicon Valley-based ZeoBIT to be used ...

One of the telltale signs that your PC has become ill with a virus is an unexpected slowdown in performance. Various forms of malware can sometimes feast on your system's resources, whether it's a ...

Three high-risk security vulnerabilities in Avira antimalware software allow attackers to execute code with system privileges, among other things.

In context: Avira is one of the most popular antivirus programs for Windows PCs, used by millions of people around the world. However, just like any software, it can experience the occasional bug that ...

With the ever-growing threat of malware, ransomware, and phishing scams, a solid security app is essential for any Windows PC, even for savvy internet users. While Windows 11 comes with built-in ...

It was only a few days ago that we reported a Microsoft Defender bug that led to Windows 11 performance loss. Following that, Avira is now seemingly freezing Windows up making PCs unusable. Just a few ...