The programs also self-update - giving users the most current signature set when inspecting files for malware. Once the programs are installed and configured, they are always at work.
"They'll continue to update and protect as long as they're installed."
"Plus, the antivirus software that comes free with new PCs and laptops has an expiration date, but these tools don't," he explained. Sergeant Merica speaks from experience having witnessed the tools successfully protect deployed member's personal laptops on the unsecured, highly popular morale networks provided at many deployed locations. "Why pay up to $100 or more when we're providing outstanding software for free?" Edward Merica, 33rd NWS mission assurance chief. "The programs provided under the DoD license are just as good, if not better, than anything a member would be able to purchase out of their own pocket," said Master Sgt. Military members and civilian employees are strongly encouraged to employ these free tools. While user education is the backbone of the computer security program, antivirus software is the first, best and easiest tool to ensure the COMSEC program remains a success. All available versions and their respective supporting documentation are provided for direct download from that page. The software is located on Air Force Portal and members can navigate from the "Air Force" tab to the "Enterprise IT Initiatives" page and click on the "Anti-Virus Software" link directly underneath the "Home Use Software" heading.
mil domains, but now users can directly download the software from home.Ĭlient software is available from Symantec© and McAfee© for all supported versions of Microsoft© Windows™ and Apple© MacOS™ operating systems. It has always been available for download on the AF Portal to users on.
The software is provided at no cost as part of the Department of Defense Home-Use program. LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, Texas - The 33rd Network Warfare Squadron, home of the Air Force Computer Emergency Response Team (AFCERT), in conjunction with the Air Force Network Integration Center (AFNIC) has made downloading anti-virus software for home use easier for all active duty and civilian Air Force Portal users.