What do you think - Norton vs AVG? (antivirus and utilities, etc)

[orwell]

10. Neither...

...I am a computer professional who has removed many viruses over the years.

I wouldn't put either of those programs on my computer. They are resource hogs.

I rely on Windows Defender which is free and built into Windows 10.

If you really feel the need to buy something I would look at Webroot. It is much easier on the system.

Most attacks nowadays have nothing to do with typical viral payloads. They are more likely ransomware attacks delivered through email links or drive by attacks from sketchy websites.

Unfortunately the most important anti virus is between your ears...

Be very careful with your email links and watch out for misleading popups (YOUR COMPUTER IS INFECTED! CALL THIS NUMBER NOW!), bogus "tech support" phone calls, and sketchy websites. Also, Facebook has done it's share of damage to unsuspecting users.

None of the programs you list will help you with many of these typical scams.