I don't think there's a need. I keep my system patched and I only install from trusted sources. It might make sense in a corporate environment but for a single user machine I can't image ever needing it.
No. I only use Android as my PC via AR glasses. Is there even any antivirus software for Android? Probably, but I don't care I guess. Never had a problem.
I pay for Dr Web for Linux and Android because I like the idea that I'm supporting white hat hackers find malware. Do I think I need it? No.
No because I don't download software via unsafe tools like web browsers or flatpak.
I don't use one, it's unnecessary. Keep your system light, use only free software and utilize some of your common sense and you'll be all right.
This one time my brother had his pc(winblows) infested just by plugging in a flash-drive, seriously, just that!!. I hate proprietary software.
Yes of course. It’s like basic hygiene, washing your hands after visiting the restroom.
I'd agree if most antiviruses weren't the equivalent of washing your hands with plain tap water and nothing else, or often, poop in place of soap
Which AV do you use for Linux? I searched for it a while ago and could not find good options. Either discontinued or extremely expensive (focused on business / servers). Of course there is Clam, but AFAIK it is still lacking in quality and not easy to set up for continuous monitoring.
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