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The Great Debate: Free or Paid

January 2024

The Great Debate: Free or Paid

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the debate between free and paid antivirus software remains a pivotal point of contention. The allure of acquiring protection at no cost is undeniably appealing, especially at a time when economic pressures and rising costs affect us all. However, the question that persists is whether one can genuinely rely on a free antivirus program to safeguard their valuable data.

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