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Best software to open .DAT files with
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Top antivirus programs to open .DAT files with
Bitdefender Total Security 2020
Topping out our list is an entry that tops out most general lists when it comes to the best antivirus programs, Bitdefender Total Security 2020.
This is not just a simple antivirus that you install, it is an entire suite of protection services that keep your PC, mail, e-wallet and pretty much anything else protected from cyber threats.
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Kaspersky Anti-Virus 8.0 for Windows Servers Enterprise Edition
Kaspersky is a great antivirus program that is more suited for those that love automated programs so they don’t bother going through the hassle of too many manual check-ups.
It runs silently in the background, actively removing threats as it encounters them, and most of the time you won’t even know how infected your PC would have been unless you look in the virus vault.
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Norton AntiVirus Plus
Another big game in the antivirus world, Norton AntiVirus Plus is perfectly capable of taking care of all of your data protection needs.
It is constantly updated so you always have the latest protection against all known threats, and you won’t get headaches using it thanks to the intuitive UI.
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Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus
The strongest point of Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus is the small amount of system resources that it needs to run efficiently. This program will run in the background almost unnoticed, yet it will still provide you with above-average protection.
Additionally, the interface is relatively simple to read, although those of you that are less tech-savvy may need to read a guide or two.
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ESET NOD32 Antivirus
The final entry on our list isn’t necessarily the worst. ESET NOD32 Antivirus has been side by side the PC community, protecting it from online threats for what seems like ages.
It doesn’t use up a lot of resources, and the UI and configuration options make it an excellent choice for professionals and amateur users alike.
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Closing thoughts on programs to open .DAT files with
Any of the entries on our list are perfectly capable of opening .DAT files without any worries of infecting your PC with any surprise malware.
More so, some of them will automatically scan the file the moment you copy it into your PC, so you can pretty much skip the opening it part altogether.
All in all, if you want to be protected from online threats, or work in an environment that requires you to keep your data extra safe, you can’t go wrong with any of the programs listed above.
Radu Tyrsina
Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).
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Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.
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