The US has banned all Kaspersky products from use in the country due to concerns that the company is aiding Russia in collecting and weaponizing sensitive US information.
- The text discusses three alternatives to Kaspersky for security protection: Surfshark One, NordVPN Threat Protection Pro, and Bitdefender.
- Surfshark One offers antivirus protection, real-time checks, webcam protection, and VPN services.
- NordVPN Threat Protection Pro provides antivirus protection, malicious website blocking, and URL trimming, but lacks full computer scanning capabilities.
- Bitdefender offers traditional antivirus protection with features such as ransomware protection, firewall, and file shredder, as well as a VPN service with limited daily usage.
- The text also highlights the blurred lines between VPNs and antivirus software, stating that the choice between the two depends on the level of security options needed.
