Windows Defender vs Sophos Antivirus : Which is Better?

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Windows Defender

Windows Defender is an anti-malware component of Microsoft Windows. Developed by Microsoft

License: Free

Categories: Security & Privacy

Apps available for Windows

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Sophos Antivirus

Sophos Antivirus is a leading antivirus software. Developed by SophosLabs

License: Commercial

Categories: Security & Privacy

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux

Windows Defender VS Sophos Antivirus Feature comparision

Feature Windows Defender Sophos Antivirus
Real-time protection
Ad-free
Bundled with Windows
Zero-Day Protection
Process scanning
Heuristic Detection
Multiple languages
Run file in a Sandbox
Browser Protection
Portable
Standalone
Built-in Antivirus
Built-in VPN
Built-in Firewall
On-screen Keyboard
Parental Control
Build-in Firewall
Customizable
Sandbox
Minimalistic
Auto update
Lightweight
Data-encryption
Encryption
Web Application Firewall
Filtering
Network Monitoring
Security & Privacy
Networking
Security Testing
Access Control
Content Filtering
Malware analysis
Security focused
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