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Powertech Antivirus for IBM Systems vs. Kaspersky AntiVirus

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

MetricPowertech Antivirus for IBM Systems

by Fortra

Kaspersky AntiVirus

by Kaspersky

Overall rating4.64.5
Review count1396
Ease of use9.18.9
Ease of setup8.88.8
Quality of support9.88.8
Meets requirements9.19.4
NPS76.92307768.478261
Small Business7.7%46.9%
Mid-Market46.2%35.4%
Enterprise46.2%17.7%
Total page views103309
Total LLM citations421,665

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.

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    Kaspersky AntiVirus

    Kaspersky Anti-Virus is a comprehensive security solution designed to protect computers from a wide range of malware threats, including viruses, trojans, worms, spyware, adware, keyloggers, and rootkits. It offers real-time protection, ensuring that systems are safeguarded against both known and emerging threats without compromising performance. The software is compatible with multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, making it a versatile choice for diverse user needs.

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