antivirus

US /ˌæn.t̬iˈvaɪ.rəs/
UK /ˌæn.t̬iˈvaɪ.rəs/
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software designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software like viruses, worms, and Trojans from a computer system

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Make sure you have a good antivirus program installed on your computer.
Regularly update your antivirus software to protect against new threats.
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designed to detect, prevent, or remove computer viruses

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He installed an antivirus solution on all company computers.
The new software offers advanced antivirus protection.