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Is antivirus software really still necessary on windows for technical users? Do you really need it if you're not downloading questionable torrents or visiting s

Is antivirus software really still necessary on windows for technical users? Do you really need it if you're not downloading questionable torrents or visiting shady websites?

KptMarchewa 5y ago
No, it isn't.
- netizen-936824 5y ago
  Its probably not necessary for nontechnical users either, I keep hearing about how great windows defender works.
  - nix23 5y ago
    Windows Defender is an Antivirus+ ...but whats really stupid..some company's require to install that bs on Linux machines.
    - netizen-936824 5y ago
      My comment is about using one on top of windows defender. Like using Norton in windows 10 seems absolutely pointless pouring_water_bottle_on_head_in_pool.jpeg Sometimes it may be useful on a Linux machine, I've heard that hosts are being increasingly targeted
koolba 5y ago
Many corporate boiler plate for consulting gigs requires some antivirus be installed.
- netizen-936824 5y ago
  Ah yes, attorneys. Always the technical experts in the room. /s And yes, I know there are some exceptions but lawyers are notorious for being tech illiterate
  - alisonkisk 5y ago
nikanj 5y ago
No, but it is mandatory for a wide variety of security certifications. Regulatory capture rules
- Breazy 5y ago
65 5y ago
I'm not sure what non-technical users are downloading but I suspect Adblock is going to be far better at preventing non-technical users from downloading a virus than antivirus software.