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Antivirus

/ˈæn.tiˌvaɪ.rəs/noun / adjective
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Antivirus refers to software designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious programs like viruses, worms, and Trojans from computers and networks. In the modern era of constant cyber threats, it has evolved to include real-time protection, behavioral analysis, and cloud-based updates, making it an essential shield for both personal devices and corporate systems against increasingly sophisticated attacks.

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