Antivirus software is designed to detect and remove malware from computer systems. If malware is detected, the software typically quarantines (isolates) the file, removes it, or offers options for you to decide.

It works using several detection methods, such as:

• Signature-Based Detection
• Behavioral/Heuristic Analysis
• Real-Time Protection
• Scans
• Cloud-Based & AI Analysis

It functions as a proactive security layer that scans files, continuously monitors system behavior and network traffic, and prevents malicious code from stealing data, encrypting files, damaging the system, or violating user privacy.