Quick decision
I use public Wi-Fi regularly
Coffee shops, airports, hotels — you're often on networks you don't control. The threat model shifts: network-level attacks, man-in-the-middle interception, and unsecured connections become real concerns alongside malware.
Antivirus alone isn't the right answer here. A VPN handles the network exposure; antivirus handles the endpoint. Norton 360 bundles both if you want one subscription. Or pair any AV with a dedicated VPN.
NortonFits if you want antivirus plus VPN in one subscription — the bundled VPN is basic but functional for public Wi-Fi. Covers the most common threats in one package.
Go to Norton
BitdefenderMakes more sense as the antivirus layer if you already have a VPN you trust — stronger detection than Norton's standalone AV component.
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