Is an antivirus a must have?

[Timotei_1]

says in the title

 

[SugarPsycho]

It is highly recommended you use an antivirus, there is one included in windows (windows defender) however it is recommended that you use 2 different antiviruses for the maximum protection, you do not have to use an antivirus but you are exposing yourself to being hacked.

 

[Wolfshadw]

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2320704/antivirus-free-antivirus-paid-antivirus.html

This thread's been around for a few years. It should answer any questions you might have. Personally, I say yes. Anti-virus is an absolute must.

-Wolf sends

 

[Barty1884]

Not if you don't want to go online or attach media of unknown &/or questionable origin.

But it's definitely best practice and highly recommended.

 

[kasiourasg]

Do you absolutely need shoes to walk? No, you don't. But they help a lot. That's how the situation with security programs is as well. They are not absolutely necessary, but they help a lot.