Identity theft is often the end goal of a malware infection. By preventing "phishing" (fake websites designed to steal login info) and blocking malicious downloads, antivirus software protects the credentials that guard your identity. Replacing a laptop is expensive, but recovering a stolen identity can take years of legal hurdles. 4. Beyond Just "Viruses"
Warns you before you click a link that leads to a fraudulent site. Antivirus Software: Compulsory for the Safety of One
Monitors the data entering and leaving your device. 5. The "Human Error" Buffer Identity theft is often the end goal of a malware infection