What is the difference between antivirus and antimalware?

Published on 14/10/2026 in Help & solutions 

Nowadays, there are a lot of threats that can cause serious damage to your computer or try to steal your personal data. You can protect against them with the right software. But what exactly is the difference between antivirus and antimalware? We explain it to you.

What is the difference between antivirus and antimalware?

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