⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5 for the software itself) / ⭐⭐ (2/5 for the "free" expectations)
The download process is smooth. You register on ESET’s website with a basic email, and they send you a license key for the trial. The installer is lightweight (approx. 70MB) and doesn't try to bundle toolbars or unwanted junk, which is refreshing. Setup on a Windows Server and a few Windows 10 workstations took less than 5 minutes. eset protect entry download free