Guides about ESET
All our independent guides, analysis and tips about ESET — no marketing promises.
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EDR vs. antivirus: what is the difference?
EDR records and investigates endpoint activity for security teams; antivirus prevents malware automatically. Which layer you need, explained clearly.
Arne Borchert · July 20, 2026 -
What are the disadvantages of ESET?
ESET's real disadvantages: no free version, VPN only in the top tier, per-device pricing and deep settings. What they mean in practice — and the upsides.
Arne Borchert · July 13, 2026 -
Is ESET a Russian company?
No — ESET is a Slovak company headquartered in Bratislava, founded by Slovak developers. Its history, ownership and Russia stance, clearly explained.
Arne Borchert · July 11, 2026 -
What are the 7 examples of antivirus software?
Seven examples of antivirus software — from Microsoft Defender to Bitdefender, Norton, ESET, Avira, McAfee and Malwarebytes — and what sets each apart.
Arne Borchert · July 9, 2026