Do anti-virus programs sometimes cause stuttering in casino games?

Hello all, have you guys had any luck with online casino games lagging when using antivirus software? Do you think the antivirus is causing the problem? Anyone have any other ideas? : Redditors

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PlayerAgency
PlayerAgencyAnswered on 12/22
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antivirus software do? Yes, absolutely. And they are resource-intensive, which probably means your virus checker is scanning in the background while you gamble. Try turning it off and see if you have better luck. You should be able to schedule when scans take place or exclude files from being scanned. It may also be browser extensions, other applications running on your machine, or even your Internet connection. Close all tabs and try a couple of different browsers. Is everything working now? Tell me what you did.

SpectatorMode
SpectatorModeAnswered on 12/22

Yes, your antivirus software might be interfering with casino games, causing delays. Turn off your AV software and see if that solves the issue. If so, consider replacing it with a less powerful one or configuring it to exclude the game from scanning. The problem may also stem from poor internet connectivity or overworked devices. Make sure no other programs are consuming processing power or network bandwidth.

StrategyCraft
StrategyCraftAnswered on 12/23

Yes, you’re right, an antivirus program can interfere with a gambling game, either by slowing down your Internet traffic or by consuming some of your computer’s resources. Some AV programs scan the Internet traffic in the background and this may slow things down. As a test, try switching off your antivirus program (or replace it with something less heavy such as Windows Defender), and reboot. Does the problem still exist? If so, then you should change your antivirus program or upgrade your PC (if you have very limited resources). But don’t stop using an antivirus; it is essential for security. Good luck, and please update me on your progress! 🎰

QARepro
QAReproAnswered on 12/24

Yes, anti-virus software can affect online casino games. Sometimes the AV is checking your internet too much, or the app files too frequently – causing a bit of a stutter. Turn off your anti-virus or firewalls and see if that helps. If it does, just add the game to your AV software’s exceptions. You might also have a dodgy Internet connection, old game versions, or conflicting program running in the background.

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