### Contents

- [**Articles**](#resources-articles)
- [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms)
- [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions)
- [**Reports**](#resources-reports)

# Antivirus Software Resources

##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Antivirus Software

Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data.

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- [**Articles**](#resources-articles)
- [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms)
- [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions)
- [**Reports**](#resources-reports)

## Antivirus Software Articles

[![8 Best Free Ransomware Protection Software in 2024](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI1051_Learn_Article_Images_%5Bbest_ransomware_protection_software%5D_V1a.png "8 Best Free Ransomware Protection Software in 2024")](https://www.g2.com/articles/free-ransomware-protection-software)

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### 8 Best Free Ransomware Protection Software in 2024
](https://www.g2.com/articles/free-ransomware-protection-software)
Hackers are getting craftier and more creative every quarter. Establishing and maintaining the security of your data requires powerful, reliable tools, and many of them will test your budget.

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 ![Shreya Mattoo](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Shreya Mattoo")
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](https://learn.g2.com/author/shreya-mattoo)

by Shreya Mattoo

[![What Is an Operating System? Types of OS and Functions](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/operating%20system.png "What Is an Operating System? Types of OS and Functions")](https://www.g2.com/articles/operating-system)

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### What Is an Operating System? Types of OS and Functions
](https://www.g2.com/articles/operating-system)
If you’re anything like me, you have at least 20 browser tabs open, along with a couple of spreadsheets and probably some music.

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 ![Sudipto Paul](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Sudipto Paul")
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by Sudipto Paul

[![What Is Spyware? How to Protect Yourself Against It](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI175_Learn_Article_Images-%5BSpyware%5D_V1b.png "What Is Spyware? How to Protect Yourself Against It")](https://www.g2.com/articles/spyware)

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### What Is Spyware? How to Protect Yourself Against It
](https://www.g2.com/articles/spyware)
Many people and companies handle your personal information.&nbsp;

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 ![Sagar Joshi](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Sagar Joshi")
SJ

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by Sagar Joshi

[![Securing the Remote Workforce with UEM Software](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/empty%20office.jpg "Securing the Remote Workforce with UEM Software")](https://www.g2.com/articles/uem-software-secures-remote-workforce)

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### Securing the Remote Workforce with UEM Software
](https://www.g2.com/articles/uem-software-secures-remote-workforce)
In organizations today, employees not only use company devices to access sensitive work-related data, but also personal devices. Some companies don’t even issue company devices, but instead, follow the bring your own device (BYOD) approach to save on hardware costs. Also, employees use a wide variety of operating systems (OS), such as Windows OS, macOS, IoS, Android, and different web OS.&nbsp;

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 ![Tian Lin](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Tian Lin")
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by Tian Lin

[![Computer Viruses Return As the Coronavirus Continues to Spread](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/computer%20virus.jpg "Computer Viruses Return As the Coronavirus Continues to Spread")](https://www.g2.com/articles/computer-viruses-return-as-coronavirus-spread-continues)

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### Computer Viruses Return As the Coronavirus Continues to Spread
](https://www.g2.com/articles/computer-viruses-return-as-coronavirus-spread-continues)
In a pinch of irony, the same week that the coronavirus was making headlines, it was announced that the first new computer virus in years was wreaking havoc in Europe, Russia, and India.

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 ![Aaron Walker](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Aaron Walker")
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](https://learn.g2.com/author/aaron-walker)

by Aaron Walker

[![How Small Business Employees are Adjusting to Remote Work](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/man-sitting-down-and-using-his-laptop-374085.jpg "How Small Business Employees are Adjusting to Remote Work")](https://www.g2.com/articles/small-business-employees-remote-work-experiences)

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### How Small Business Employees are Adjusting to Remote Work
](https://www.g2.com/articles/small-business-employees-remote-work-experiences)
G2 is constantly following the evolving B2B tech industry, especially during this uncertain time. As part of a series of articles based on a recent survey we conducted, G2 analysts have highlighted some key issues and statistics about what small business employees are facing while working from home, along with possible tools and courses of action everyone can take away.

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 ![Nathan Calabrese](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Nathan Calabrese")
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](https://learn.g2.com/author/nathan-calabrese)

by Nathan Calabrese

[![How to Strengthen Remote Workforce Security During Crises](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_BI209_Backlog_Images_%5BRemote_security%5D_V1a.png "How to Strengthen Remote Workforce Security During Crises")](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-strengthen-remote-workforce-security)

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### How to Strengthen Remote Workforce Security During Crises
](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-to-strengthen-remote-workforce-security)
The coronavirus health crisis has forced millions of workers (who are able) to transition to working from home. That poses numerous obstacles to workers meeting their deadlines and doing their jobs. Security management and enforcement have become some of the most important and critical transitional needs involved for both workers and their employers.&nbsp;

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 ![Aaron Walker](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Aaron Walker")
AW

](https://learn.g2.com/author/aaron-walker)

by Aaron Walker

[![Don’t Fall Prey to Spear Phishing: Protect Yourself Now](https://sell.g2.com/hubfs/spear-phishing-1.png "Don’t Fall Prey to Spear Phishing: Protect Yourself Now")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-spear-phishing)

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### Don’t Fall Prey to Spear Phishing: Protect Yourself Now
](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-spear-phishing)
Everyone wants to keep their information safe.

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 ![Alexa Drake](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Alexa Drake")
AD

](https://learn.g2.com/author/alexa-drake)

by Alexa Drake

[![What Is Fileless Malware and How Do Attacks Occur?](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_BI066_Backlog_Images_%5BFileless_Malware%5D_V1a.png "What Is Fileless Malware and How Do Attacks Occur?")](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-fileless-malware-and-how-attacks-occur)

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### What Is Fileless Malware and How Do Attacks Occur?
](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-fileless-malware-and-how-attacks-occur)
Fileless malware attacks are on the rise as more hackers use it to disguise their nefarious activities. These threats leverage a computer’s existing, whitelisted applications and computing power against itself. This is what security professionals refer to as “live off the land” threats.&nbsp;

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 ![Aaron Walker](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Aaron Walker")
AW

](https://learn.g2.com/author/aaron-walker)

by Aaron Walker

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## Antivirus Software Glossary Terms

[![Zero-Day Attack](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI860_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bzero-day_attack%5D_V1b.png "Zero-Day Attack")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/zero-day-attack-definition)

[Zero-Day Attack](https://www.g2.com/glossary/zero-day-attack-definition)

What is a zero-day attack and why is it important as a software feature? Our G2 guide can help you understand zero-day attacks.

by Rachana Hasyagar

[![Cloud File Storage](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI808_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bcloud_file_storage%5D_V1a.png "Cloud File Storage")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/cloud-file-storage-definition)

[Cloud File Storage](https://www.g2.com/glossary/cloud-file-storage-definition)

Cloud file storage provides a shared file system to store data on the cloud, making it easily accessible for users. Learn about its types and benefits.

by Sagar Joshi

[![Unified Threat Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI777_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bunified_threat_management%5D_V1b.png "Unified Threat Management")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/unified-threat-management-definition)

[Unified Threat Management](https://www.g2.com/glossary/unified-threat-management-definition)

Unified threat management (UFM) consolidates various security functions into a centralized platform. Learn more about its benefits and features.

by Sagar Joshi

[![Mobile Data Security](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI685_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bmobile_data_security%5D_V1a.png "Mobile Data Security")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/mobile-data-security-definition)

[Mobile Data Security](https://www.g2.com/glossary/mobile-data-security-definition)

Mobile data security protects mobile business assets from cybersecurity threats. Learn more about mobile data security best practices and benefits.

by Holly Landis

[![Mobile Device Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI615_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bmobile_device_management%5D_V1a.png "Mobile Device Management")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/mobile-device-management-definition)

[Mobile Device Management](https://www.g2.com/glossary/mobile-device-management-definition)

Businesses use mobile device management to protect data. Learn the benefits and limitations of MDM and how it differs from enterprise mobility management.

by Alyssa Towns

[![Rootkit](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI579_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BRootkit%5D_V1b.png "Rootkit")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/rootkit-definition)

[Rootkit](https://www.g2.com/glossary/rootkit-definition)

Rootkits are malicious software programs that can be installed on devices. Learn how to identify rootkits, the different types, and how to avoid them.

by Holly Landis

[![Network Security](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI242_Glossary_Article_Images_-_%5BNetwork_Security%5D_V1a.png "Network Security")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/network-security-definition)

[Network Security](https://www.g2.com/glossary/network-security-definition)

Network security includes the strategies, software, and devices used to protect technological systems. Learn more about specific types and best practices.

by Kelly Fiorini

## Antivirus Software Discussions

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Question on: Webroot Business Endpoint Protection
[How to Recover WSA, when temp disabled?](/discussions/37269-how-to-recover-wsa-when-temp-disabled)

Yesterday I uninstalled my scanner software from Add Remove/Restart Now- When Win started a transparent WSA GUI flashed twice (took no action???). Then about 12min after startup I get a Win Notification saying all AV’s are OFF Check Now, and WSA is back on. Then today on 3d Reboot I get the same 2 WSA flashes, and 12 min notification! This is why I left WSA last time!- What should I do different?

I'd recommend reaching out to our business support team - you can find them here: https://www.webroot.com/us/en/business/support/contact

Answered: Keenan Humphrey on September 20, 2022

[Your answer](/discussions/37269-how-to-recover-wsa-when-temp-disabled/comments/new?remote=true)

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Question on: Webroot Business Endpoint Protection
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Answered: Bruno Novaria on February 4, 2021

[Your answer](/discussions/37214-dsfds/comments/new?remote=true)

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Question on: Acronis Cyber Protect
[What are the first steps for educating the newbies?](/discussions/36737-what-are-the-first-steps-for-educating-the-newbies)

What is the best way to educate the person ( e.g. DB administrator or IT manager) who are unfamiliar with this software, what to begin with? Are there any webinars or video guides or are that enough the guides in the software itself?

I would suggest explaining to them why backups are important and what problems the business might face and how backups in general, specially cloud backups can help them solve the problems. These problems include but aren't limited to: Ransomware, Malware Infections in general, Natural Disasters, and Stolen Company Laptops(remote wipe feature).

Answered: Martik Batouzian on February 2, 2021

[Your answer](/discussions/36737-what-are-the-first-steps-for-educating-the-newbies/comments/new?remote=true)

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