Kim and Andrew talk about AT&T’s apology for its service outage (you could get a credit). Plus, Gen Z’s on constant “Do Not Disturb” mode, the FTC’s $16.5 million fine on Avast for selling browsing data, and Microsoft Copilot generating fake Putin quotes about Navalny’s death.
Antivirus comparison: Which option is best for your PC or Mac?
If you browse the internet regularly, you can’t get around the fact that you need antivirus software. Viruses can pop up in unexpected places, and you want your device to be able to fight one off if it appears.
Dangerous malware making the rounds is what makes having antivirus software protecting you so critical. But what’s the best antivirus software for a Mac or Windows computer? Keep reading to see the best options.
TotalAV
TotalAV works with Windows PCs, Macs, Android phones and iPhones. TotalAV is Kim’s pick and a sponsor of her national radio show. As far as features go, it stacks up compared to the other names on the market you already know. And you can get a killer discount using Kim’s special offer.
Here are the pros and cons.
The good
- Blocks phishing URLs through its SafeSite extension, which stays up-to-date on the latest malicious phishing URLs.
- Spots, quarantines and eliminates ransomware, viruses, adware, spyware, trojans and more.
- Provides remote firewall access to stop unauthorized access to private data.
- Schedule scans so you don’t have to mark a date on your calendar for your next scan.
- Lets you choose the type of scan you want to run (it’s hassle-free).
- Cleans your disk, app cache and duplicate photos to save disk space.
- Enhances your computer’s performance.
The bad
- No boot-time scanning.
- No email security features.
Get the best security suite and save 85% at TotalAV.com/Kim. That’s just $19 for a year of protection on up to five devices.
Bitdefender Antivirus
Bitdefender Antivirus can be used on Mac and Windows computers, and mobile versions for your smartphone also exist. A $39.99 subscription can cover five devices.
Using free antivirus? Here's what it could cost you
The internet is dangerous and laden with hidden threats. Luckily, antivirus (AV) software can spot lurking dangers that want to take over your computer. Tap or click here to find out why you need antivirus software.
You may consider a free version if you’re looking for an antivirus tool. A few solutions won’t cost you a dime, which can be appealing. But, as with all things, you get what you pay for.
Busted: The FTC hit antivirus company Avast with a $16.5 million fine for selling your browsing secrets for ads. They promised to protect users’ privacy … while making bank off of it since 2014. Need a new option? TotalAV is $19 for a year.
These 151 apps caught scamming millions of people
The Google Play Store for Android is stacked with applications for almost anything imaginable. Most of the apps are developed by programmers who want to make users’ lives easier or more enjoyable.
But then you have developers who want to cause misery and rip people off. Just because an application is available for download in the Google Play Store doesn’t mean that it’s harmless. Tap or click here to see how Apple made it easy to report App Store scams.
Security alert: Devices most commonly used to spy on spouses and partners [List]
When securing your tech devices, the big news and advice usually point towards protecting yourself from scammers and hackers. While this is important, threats can also come from somewhere closer to home.
Your phone can be used by strangers as well as people you know to track your movements. One man found a flaw in Google Maps that allowed him to follow his wife’s movements from his phone. Tap or click here for instructions on how to stop others from tracking you through Google Maps.
Hundreds of fleeceware apps found in app stores - Don't be tricked into paying
Whether you want to learn a new language, edit photos or seek counseling, you can find an application or service to help you out. Some will not charge you any money, though they may collect payment in other forms, such as your personal data.
Delete these browser extensions! Popular downloads hiding malware
We’re all looking for ways to be more productive and make getting things done easier. Apps on your devices are a great way to accomplish almost anything you put your mind to. When you’re working on a computer, you’ll want to add browser extensions for the same type of results.
21 game and puzzle apps infected with malware - check the list
There are plenty of reasons to be nervous when downloading apps for Android devices. Not only is Android malware on the rise, but people are also finding it in unsuspecting places like email attachments and Google Play — Google’s very own app store!
Check your phone! 7 scam apps with millions of downloads
Malicious apps are a plague that people have been dealing with for years now. But as bad as these apps are, they tend to have one saving grace: You usually have to go out of your way to find them.
Sure, sometimes malicious apps will disguise themselves as legitimate ones in order to trick people into downloading them. But more often than not, the most dangerous scam apps are found on third-party app stores. Tap or click here to see why this third-party app store should be avoided at all costs.
CCleaner for Windows: Is this wildly popular download safe to use?
At Komando.com, we’re crazy about free tools you can use to keep your system clean. It’s hard enough keeping malware and spyware away from your computer as it is, so why make things more difficult by having to pay for such essential tools?
Comparing 5 top antivirus apps for Android smartphones
Viruses have been things to fear in the world of personal computing for decades, but it’s just as important to protect your Android device as it is your PC. Especially when you consider how much private information we store on our phones from credit card information to passwords and more.
Free antivirus program sells your data, remove it now
With so many viruses and malware attacks floating around the web, it can be difficult to trust computer programs. But this line of thinking almost never applies to antivirus software, which we trust to keep our computers safe from harm.
Windows chip flaw patch is crashing some PCs, making them unbootable
Bad news for Windows users. Microsoft’s January patch for the Meltdown chip flaw was found to be conflicting with antivirus software, causing PCs to either error out or worse, be rendered unbootable. What is Microsoft doing about it? You probably won’t be pleased with the answer.
How to protect your mobile device from smishing
Have you heard? There is a rising scam in town called “smishing.” In fact, smishing is the new phishing.
Criminals are getting more creative by texting your mobile devices to obtain your most valuable data. Not to mention, your phone can be hacked without you knowing it.