avg-antivirus ☆

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Description:
Antivirus software

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 4.0,2.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Security

Tags: antivirus security malware protection macos

Install: brew install --cask avg-antivirus

About:
AVG Antivirus provides real-time protection against malware, ransomware, and other cyber threats tailored for macOS. It includes robust scanning capabilities to detect and remove viruses, alongside features like web and email protection to safeguard your online activities. The software aims to maintain system performance while ensuring comprehensive security coverage.

Key Features:

Real-time threat detection and blocking
Comprehensive virus and malware scanning
Web and email protection shields
Performance optimization tools

Use Cases:

Daily protection against viruses and malware for macOS users
Secure web browsing and email usage
System performance checks and optimization

Alternatives:

Malwarebytes – Focuses heavily on malware removal and remediation, often used alongside traditional antivirus.
Avast Security – Offers a similar free tier with comparable core protection features.

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