We all know our IT systems are under frequent threat from cyber criminals and that protection is essential, so here are our tips for buying antivirus software.
According to the government’s Cyber security breaches survey 2023, there were around 2.39 million instances of cyber-crime in the last 12 months. No matter the size of your business, you are at risk from a cyber-attack and antivirus software is an essential defence against this.
To ensure that you choose the right antivirus software, here are some important factors to think about.
Cybercriminals are capitalising on our increasing reliance on our devices, and they are getting better at exploiting the vulnerabilities these IT systems have. This puts our personal information at risk of being stolen and used for fraud, which can cost both financially and emotionally.
Antivirus software is designed to protect you from security threats across a range of potential entry points (such as websites, emails, infected files, social media) and can be used across any device, including tablets, laptops and mobile phones.
Antiviruses are programmes designed to detect and remove viruses and other kinds or malicious software from your device. Malware is code designed to damage your device, steal, delete or encrypt your data and an antivirus will monitor for this code and block it from entering your device.
If you purchase a new computer these days, you may find you already have a free trial for an antivirus product included, but you must be prepared when the trial ends to decide whether it worked effectively for your system, whether it automatically rolls onto a paid subscription and if that has a negative impact on other aspects of your system.
Whether it’s at the end of a free trial or time to upgrade your existing cyber protection, antivirus software performs such an important role that you need to consider some important factors carefully before making your next choice.
When using a wide range of technology you need to ensure your IT support provider has the expertise to cover hardware, software, servers, cloud services, telecommunications, and mobile devices, to name a few.
A good IT company will also account for the fact that many workforces are rarely always based onsite and so a variety of locations and setups need to be managed.
There’s a broad range of options and costs, with something in every budget, but be cautious of free antivirus software because it may be limited in the protection it offers. You may also be eligible for free antivirus protection from your systems provider, for example Microsoft Windows Defender is good if you have a Windows PC.
You also need to check that the antivirus software updates its database regularly so that protection against new threats is always being added. Regular testing of malware by third parties and their subsequent reviews should help you to understand the success rate of an antivirus software and make an informed choice.
Ideally your antivirus will act proactively, not just treating issues once they’ve happened, which requires file scanning to check new files before you open them, complete system scans that assess your entire device, and web browsing protection to filter URL links that may hide a threat.
Getting your antivirus software right is an important decision but it can feel like an overwhelming one, with the amount of choice available on the market.
Our cyber security experts at Syn-Star can help you to look at your all your cybersecurity needs, from antivirus software to dark web monitoring and cyber security training. We find the right security options that work for your IT, your business and your budget. Don’t put yourself or business at risk contact Syn-Star today.
Or call our sales line:
Our support is designed to meet and exceed the needs of your business. We’re equipped to provide business support, as your business grows. Our technicians are ready to identify your pains swiftly, rectify the causes, and maintain your business technology for the long term.
Share This Article LinkedIn Facebook WhatsApp Email What’s The Best Anti-virus for Windows 7? Although Microsoft ended mainstream support for Windows 7 in 2020, many
How UK Businesses Can Stay Secure Over Christmas (2025 Guide) Share This Article LinkedIn Facebook WhatsApp Email As Christmas approaches, businesses across the UK start
Share This Article LinkedIn Facebook WhatsApp Email Disaster Recovery Plan for Manufacturing Companies: Why It Matters and What to Include Downtime is one of the
Email me the full report
You’re device is on an Unsupported Windows Operating System for your security, please contact us.
Team Productivity:
You and your team are able to see where they are using their time and how productive they are actually being. Also they are able to clock in and out, so really good for flexi-working.
Team Monitoring:
If you would like to know what your team is doing and how productive they are being, we are able to monitor them and create screenshots of what they are working on. This can be run in normal or stealth mode.
Book a FREE fact finding session to discuss the different options.
We proactively seek opportunities to support good causes for our community.
From sponsoring local community football teams, to engaging with charity fundraiser days, we believe it’s important to continually strive to do good for the better of others.
We have members who volunteer with youth organisations, are engaged with the Round Table, run marathons and volunteer at events where we may be needed. Every charity receives a discounted IT and Telecoms service too.
Protecting your digital data is crucial for every business and this can start with the industry-leading security we offer. The Syn-Star specialists can help with identifying any vulnerabilities within your IT systems and act accordingly to ensure cyber-attacks and data breaches are mitigated.
Your business will never fall behind with its technology when you work with Syn-Star.
We understand IT and Telecoms for your business is an investment, but it’s important to use the best resources available to enable the growth of your business. Our IT Consultancy and Virtual IT Director Services are available to support you with how you use your business technology for years to come.
Syn-Star can conduct quick and easy phishing exercises to identify people within your team who need to improve on their knowledge around fraudulent emails and how they can be alerted to these threats.
At Syn-Star, our experts can proactively work to understand exactly what software you need to support with the business operations. Whether you need a listening ear on what software to choose, or would like to seek some specialist knowledge, we’re here to help where we can.
At Syn-Star, we keep Telecoms simple. There’s so much available to help UK companies with their communications. VoIP systems, fixed landline, cloud phone systems, SIP trunking and more. Contact us for further details.
Desk phones, cordless phones or conference phones, Syn-Star can provide you with whatever you need.
From conference calling facilities to the headsets which work best for your team, we’re able to provide all the equipment you need and complete any telecoms job from start to finish.
There is no need to be in the office to make and receive phone calls from your company’s number. Our market-leading Telecoms platform gives you the flexibility of desk phones, soft phones and mobile apps as standard.
Whether your team works remotely, or perhaps staff are on a business trip anywhere in the world, calls can still be made, and people are reachable via phone wherever they go.
With a range of products, our team can support you by installing exactly what you need for internet connectivity. We work with the very best products to provide speedy bandwidths which play a part in the increased productivity of your team.
