Managed Detection and Response (MDR) is not just an antivirus program, but rather a comprehensive cybersecurity service that goes beyond traditional antivirus protection. MDR is a fully managed, 24/7 expert-led threat monitoring and response cybersecurity service that combines advanced technology with human expertise to detect, investigate, respond to and remediate cybersecurity threats in real time. Carsonix Inc. will be notified the moment any malicious activity is detected.

Organizations of all sizes across various industries use MDR services. It’s particularly beneficial for companies that lack in-house cybersecurity expertise. Unlike traditional consumer grade antivirus software that leaves everything up to the end user to do (scans, updates, etc.); MDR antivirus is managed by cybersecurity experts in a Security Operations Center (SOC) freeing up employees to concentrate on their work instead of wasting time.

We do not recommend the use of consumer grade antivirus solutions, full stop, even for residential users. They are full of gimmicky and bloated features that are heavy on system resources, slow down the computer and prompt the end user with popups to “scan this” or “update that” distracting them from their primary role in the office; furthermore, in most cases, end users do not specialize in or understand IT management and cybersecurity meaning they could potentially cause unwanted problems. Business grade MDR solutions are managed remotely by cybersecurity professionals.