Which of the following is an antivirus?
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option D —
Norton
The Principle: Antivirus SoftwareNorton is a well-known brand of Antivirus (or Anti-malware) software. Its primary function is to scan, detect, and remove malicious software from a computer system to prevent data theft or hardware damage.
Proactive Defense: Modern antivirus programs like Norton use "heuristic analysis" to identify new threats even before they are officially labeled as viruses.
Real-time Protection: It monitors background activities, such as file downloads and website visits, to block threats before they can execute.
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