This series is for anyone wanting a better understanding of the common malware types and related concepts needed to make informed decisions on which antivirus is right for their environment. We look at the consumer class antivirus software, some of the major components inside it and demonstrate some of the common antivirus software one might encounter in a home network or small home business. We will also venture into antivirus software that scales to large businesses via enterprise-class software. This series will help a technician or newcomer understand why they might need anti-malware and antivirus solutions and the difference between consumer class and enterprise class antivirus software.