Reference number: CH000125
Does Windows come with a virus protection
program?
Question:Does Windows come with a virus protection
program?
Answer:All versions
of Microsoft
Windows do not come pre-installed with a virus
protection program.
This includes: Microsoft Windows 95,
Windows 98,
Windows ME,
Windows NT,
Windows 2000,
Windows XP
and Windows 2003.
Early versions of Windows (Windows
3.11) did
include a very basic virus protection program. However, this program
is no longer updated and is considered out-of-date and should not be
used to protect your computer
against viruses
today.
Finally, some computer manufacturers that include bundled
software with their computers often include a virus protection
program with their bundled software. Although these are often good
solutions to help keeping your computer protected against viruses
make sure it is not simply a trial program. Many manufactures only
include a trial of the virus scanner, which means the program stops
working after 30 days.
If you're looking for a virus
solution for your computer we suggest reading document
CH000514 for a listing of antivirus protection programs
available today. |
