Do I need additional security like Norton with windows 10

Do I need additional security when using Windows 10?

Yes - absolutely! You cannot rely on software alone to protect your computer.

The viruses, trojans and rootkits of years ago make up an increasingly smaller percentage of attacks today, and they are mostly launched by amateurs. The largest percentage of attacks today, by far, are social engineering tricks that professionals use with great effectiveness. No antivirus software can defend against these attacks. Phishing attacks alone account for 90% of security breaches. In the cybersecurity profession we like to say "Criminals don't hack their way in any more - they simply log in."

As for software: By all means use an antivirus application. Choose whatever you like, whether Microsoft's own or a third-party product like Norton-branded software. You won't go wrong either way. But please don't think that antivirus software, from anybody, is enough to protect your computer. It's only a first step.

Hi Anna,

I'm Christine, a Windows user like you. I'll do my best to help you.

I can see here that you would like to know if you still need to have 3rd party anti virus on your Windows device.

Good thing is you may not be needing to install a 3rd party antivirus since Windows has a built in Windows Defender or Windows Security which provides updated antivirus protection.

For more information about Windows Security, please check the link below:

Stay protected with Windows Security

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/sta...

Protect my PC from viruses

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/pro...

Thank you,

Christine L

Independent Advisor

No. Please read the following: https://robert.ocallahan.org/2017/01/disable-your-antivirus-software-except.html

Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.