Antivirus Software
Antivirus software is a security tool designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software (malware) such as viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, and spyware from computer systems. It typically uses signature-based detection, heuristic analysis, and behavioral monitoring to identify threats. Modern antivirus solutions often include additional features like firewalls, email scanning, and real-time protection to safeguard against cyberattacks.
Developers should use antivirus software to protect their development environments, source code, and sensitive data from malware that could compromise projects or lead to security breaches. It is essential for maintaining system integrity, especially when downloading dependencies, testing applications, or handling user data, and is critical in compliance with security standards in industries like finance or healthcare.