Avira Operations GmbH

Avira is a German security company founded in 1986. It is known for its free antivirus for Windows and its lightweight scanning engine. The product range also includes VPN, password management, and system optimisation tools. Avira became part of Gen Digital following a series of acquisitions.

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Avast is a Czech security company whose origins date back to 1988, when its founders released an early antivirus tool. It became one of the most widely used free antivirus products in the world. Avast also offers VPN, cleanup, and privacy tools. The company merged with NortonLifeLock to form Gen Digital in 2022.
Avira is a German security company founded in 1986. It is known for its free antivirus for Windows and its lightweight scanning engine. The product range also includes VPN, password management, and system optimisation tools. Avira became part of Gen Digital following a series of acquisitions.