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Antivirus Software

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Antivirus Software refers to programs designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software from computer systems. This skill involves understanding the principles of malware identification, system scanning, and real-time protection me...

Skills CategoryInformation Technology
Skills SubcategoryMalware Protection
Skills TypeSpecialized Skill
Specialized TagsSoftware

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