If you’re surfing the internet or downloading files, 360 security will be there to ensure that nothing nefarious is lurking. It can stop access to sites that are suspicious, scan your browser history, monitor how much data you’re using and even track down your phone that’s gone missing.
The suite includes an firewall and a shredder for data, as well in tools to help you clean your system according to a schedule. It will automatically update drivers and features anti-tracking. It even grants next you privileged tech support with just one click.
The interface of the program is easy and easy to use, even though there are many options and settings. Most of the functions are controlled with big buttons, switches or checkmark, which is good from a ergonomics point of view. The program is free and is available for both Windows and Mac.
The antivirus itself does a good job safeguarding your computer from malware. Its real-time protection detects more than 95% of threats, and didn’t produce false positives during my tests. It doesn’t provide the same level of protection as other products in terms of scans and heuristics.
360 Total Security offers a variety of additional security and maintenance options as well as the VPN one of which is only available in the premium version. Its heuristic engine can detect malware by looking at the program’s behavior, which can be quite useful in cases where the threat is new and does not have a signature yet. The program includes a “cleanup utility as well as other tune-up tools that can boost PC performance.