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What is antivirus software?

Antivirus software is designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software (malware) from computer systems. It commonly uses techniques such as signature-based detection, heuristic analysis, and behavior monitoring to identify and neutralize threats like viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, and spyware. It is commonly used to protect computers, servers, and mobile devices from cyber threats by scanning files, monitoring system activity, and providing real-time protection.

What other technologies are related to antivirus software?

antivirus software Complementary Technologies

Endpoint imaging can be used to restore systems to a known good state after a malware infection, complementing antivirus software.
mentioned alongside antivirus software in 95% (200) of relevant job posts
Encryption tools protect data confidentiality, which complements antivirus's role in protecting data integrity and availability.
mentioned alongside antivirus software in 36% (139) of relevant job posts
IDS monitors network traffic for suspicious activity, complementing antivirus software which focuses on malware detection on endpoints.
mentioned alongside antivirus software in 6% (587) of relevant job posts

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