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General Information

Antivirus software is an important tool to help keep your computer protected from malicious software. Use the table below to download recommended antivirus software for your computer. Be certain only ONE antivirus program is installed/running on your computer at the same time or you may experience significant performances issues.


Our advice it to avoid products advertising "Total" or "360" malware protection. There are many products out there that include features beyond antivirus. Many of these can cause more performance and functionality problems than they protect against.  Stick with a product that just does antivirus protection.


Please note the SON Help Desk does not provide any additional recommendations beyond what is listed here, nor does it provide assistance with installing or configuring any of the software listed. 


Operating SystemSchool-owned ComputerPersonally-owned Computer
Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection

Microsoft Security Essentials1
Bitdefender1
AVG1

Microsoft Windows 8 & Windows 10Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection

Microsoft Defender2
Bitdefender1
AVG1

Apple OSXMicrosoft System Center Endpoint ProtectionSophos Antivirus for Mac1

1. No purchase is required to download and install this software. Note Bitdefender has eliminated their free product option, but AVG still appears to have a free offering.
2. Microsoft Defender is included with Windows 8 and above.

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