Why Trial Anti-Virus Programs Suck
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Staten Island, NY Posted: 5/11/2017 1:00:00 AM
Free anti-virus programs cause more viruses than they prevent.
Contrary to what most people think, you are far more likely to get a virus on your new Windows PC if it comes with a "Free Trial" anti-virus, than one that doesn't come with one, because sooner or later, the trial will end, and you'll be completely unprotected.
The trouble is that when the trial ends, the computer doesn't automatically remove the trial version and enable Microsoft's built-in protection program, "Windows Defender". More often than not, what happens is the trial simply ends, and protection is turned off, with an occasional reminder to pay for a renewal.
My advice is simple. As soon as you get a new Windows PC, go to the control panel and remove every trial program, including the free anti-virus programs, and make sure Windows Defender is turned back. From this point on, you'll get free updates forever and never have to worry about expired subscriptions.
Joe Crescenzi, Founder
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