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Powertech Antivirus for IBM Systems vs. Avast Small Business Cybersecurity Solutions

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricPowertech Antivirus for IBM Systems

by Fortra

Avast Small Business Cybersecurity Solutions

by Gen Digital

Overall rating4.64.3
Review count13114
Ease of use9.19.2
Ease of setup8.89.1
Quality of support9.88.9
Meets requirements9.19.2
NPS76.92307756.880734
Small Business7.7%38.6%
Mid-Market46.2%38.6%
Enterprise46.2%22.8%
Total page views103152
Total LLM citations42446

Powertech Antivirus for IBM Systems

Powertech Antivirus (formerly Stand Guard Anti-Virus) is the only commercially available server-level antivirus solution native to IBM i, Linux, and AIX, enabling organizations to meet compliance requirements and protect infrastructure from viruses. Powertech Antivirus keeps up-to-date by automatically downloading the latest virus definitions and enhancements to protect from the latest threats. A Key Part of Fortra (the new face of HelpSystems) Powertech is proud to be part of Fortra’s comprehensive cybersecurity portfolio.

Pros

    Avast Small Business Cybersecurity Solutions

    Essential cyber protection and security control for your small business Avast Essential Business Security helps deliver device security for small businesses that want remote visibility and centrally controlled protection against viruses, phishing, ransomware, and advanced cyberattacks.  Avast Small Business Solutions deliver next-gen endpoint protection for business Windows PCs, Mac, and Windows servers that you can manage anywhere via a web browser. Our robust, easy-to-use security for devices and data is designed to keep small organizations and their employees safer online.

    Pros

    • Security
    • Protection
    • Customization
    • Monitoring
    • Monitoring Services
    • Connectivity