How to keep your antivirus software up-to-date

Kaspersky Labs UK detects over 36,000 new viruses every day. With so many viruses appearing, it is vital that you keep your antivirus definitions up-to-date.

The best antivirus software will download the latest virus definitions as soon as you start your computer, ensuring that you have the most up-to-date virus protection possible.

Because it discovers so many new viruses each day, Kaspersky updates its virus definitions every two hours to keep you safe throughout the day, every day.

If you use a different sort of antivirus software, make sure it receives regular updates or you could easily fall victim to cybercrime.

Current customers should also regularly update antivirus software to the latest version available.

Other security threats

Viruses are no longer the only threat to your computer. This is why it is vital to understand the protection that is given by your antivirus software.

If your software is merely an antivirus package, your computer may only be protected against viruses and not against other threats such as phishing or malware.

This is why we strongly recommend you upgrade antivirus protection. to a comprehensive product that gives full internet security protection.

In addition to antivirus protection, internet security protection should include a firewall, anti-spam, anti-phishing, anti-banner, parental control, application control and virtual keyboard.

For ultimate protection, try Kaspersky PURE, which includes all the features above plus more.