EDR vs. antivirus software may mean more powerful cybersecurity, as depicted by this woman looking at a monitor with a picture of a lock on the screen.

Antivirus vs. EDR (and XDR)

Our customers frequently ask us about antivirus vs. EDR or XDR. “Is EDR really necessary? I have antivirus software. Shouldn’t that be enough?” they ask. Years ago, antivirus software might have been adequate to protect against cybersecurity threats. But that’s far from the case today. Going beyond the basics is rather essential for security in…