Viruses are big business for hackers. A recent study showed viruses and hacking cost companies worldwide over $1.6 trillion last year. As a trusted San Diego IT support company, we know it’s crucial to maintain an effective antivirus solution to keep your company from becoming part of this year’s statistics. Regardless of size, all companies need to look into antivirus software packages.
Mid-Size and Larger Companies: Symantec Endpoint Protection

Symantec has been in the antivirus game since 1991. In “IT years,” that’s a lifetime and plenty of time to fine-tune and get it right. Symantec Endpoint Protection is simple to set up regardless of network size and provides easy management and deployment through a centralized installation. Key features include antivirus/anti malware, intelligent firewall, USB control and browsing protection. With its client/server model, it may not be ideal for smaller businesses, but mid-sized companies and larger should at least think about a trial.

Any Size: Bitdefender

Bitdefender is newer than Symantec and was ranked number one in recent studies. Bitdefender’s strength lies in its variety of offerings, with flexible choices available for businesses of every size and level of IT complexity. Bitdefender Cloud Security is a cloud-managed antivirus tool suited for smaller businesses who want the strength of a client-server product without the cost of maintaining a server. Click here for more information about cloud computing and security.

For larger companies, Bitdefender offers their GravityZone line, available in three flavors with escalating features and pricing, depending on a company’s needs and size. Bitdefender’s various models can protect everything from individual desktops to mobile devices to the entire server room with complete datacenter licensing. The only negative might be difficulty narrowing down which is right for your company without buying too much protection.

Smaller Companies: Avast

If you just have a handful of desktops to protect and want to do so with minimal overhead, Avast Endpoint Protection is the way to go. The corporate version is available for $375 for a two-year subscription for 10 desktops, so the per-desktop price is cheaper than paid home antivirus services. The price includes simple management tools, desktop and mobile device antivirus, firewall and spam support. With a rating of almost 99% in a recent report by AV-Comparatives, It’s a good, inexpensive alternative for smaller companies who need great protection at an affordable price.

Have other questions about IT or network security? Reach out to Syndeo Communications, a trusted IT managed services provider in San Diego, and speak with one of our experienced consultants. Call (760) 650-3300 and schedule your free, no-obligation consultation today.