AEGIS
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Visit| Fact | AEGIS | ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware |
|---|---|---|
| Intended users | The free plan is described for individuals, homelabs, and small teams; Enterprise is for companies seeking advanced features and scale. | ZoneAlarm describes the product as PC protection and lists a one-PC option on its product comparison page. |
| Purpose | AEGIS is an open-source, self-hosted cybersecurity defense platform for detecting, analyzing, and responding to threats. | The product detects and blocks ransomware attacks and restores encrypted files. |
| System requirements | The full stack requires Docker and Docker Compose, with 2 GB RAM minimum and 4 GB recommended. | The listed requirements include Windows 10 or 11, 2 GB RAM, a 2 GHz or faster processor, and 1.2 GB of available disk space. |
The free offering is aimed at individuals, homelabs, and small teams able to self-host. Enterprise is described for companies seeking more scale and advanced features.
It suits Windows users seeking ransomware detection, file restoration, and browser protection on one PC. It can complement other security software except the listed incompatible products.