Qihoo 360 is an Chinese company that has been in operation since the year 2014. Its 360 Total Security is an antivirus program combined with maintenance-optimization tools, all of which are designed to make your computer run faster and smoother. It also includes a decent range of anti-theft features as well as other useful tools for mobile devices.
The suite offers a clear and easy-to-use user interface. Many settings are easy to access and can be controlled by large buttons or switches, or checkmarks. The program is light and won’t affect the performance of your system when you run a full scan.
In our tests, 360 Total Security proved to be extremely effective in preventing ransomware. The built-in ransomware protection blocks any changes in files and includes a ransomware decryption tool that allows you to retrieve encrypted files. This is a great addition to consider, particularly considering that no antivirus program can safeguard your PC 100% even if you’re a risky user online.
The suite comes with a number of useful features, like its sandbox, which lets users to test suspicious software in a virtual space to see how they operate without affecting your actual device. Document Protector is another feature that guards your documents in real time and allows you to create regular backups. It also comes with nice anti-theft tools, such as Intruder Selfie and App-Block. These tools do not offer GPS tracking or remote access control.