Do I need antivirus software ?

Piccy said:

Hello,
Newbie to windows 10
I understand this has windows defender running in the background .
I ask, do I need to install additional security software ?
Thanks in advance

Generally, most folks use Malwarebytes for a second opinion, and let Windows Defender, do it's thing.

Piccy said:

I ask, do I need to install additional security software ?

No.


All the best,
Denis

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Piccy said:

Hello,
Newbie to windows 10
I understand this has windows defender running in the background .
I ask, do I need to install additional security software ?
Thanks in advance

Hello, Piccy.

I totally agree with what @Ghot wrote. The included Windows Security, is perfectly fine, especially if you exercise good surfing behavior.

Personally, I use Windows Security and Malwarebytes Premium (Unregistered in Windows Security Center).

Best of luck.