Adware is a type malware that can be installed on your computer without knowing. It can then spy on your computer to discover what you are searching for and display relevant advertising. This can lead to many unwanted ads which can be distracting and slow down your computer. It can also pose serious privacy, health and security threats. Adware is also able to steal your data and sell it to advertisers.
Lavasoft, the company behind Adaware has been developing antivirus software for years and is a reputable company. The program is simple to install and doesn’t require you to uninstall your existing antivirus. After installation, you are able to run a quick, complete or custom scan, and update the product by accessing the main dashboard.
There are three plans that come with Adaware: free, Pro and Total. The free plan offers real-time protection and download security but does not include ad blocking. The Pro version includes unlimited tech support, email and web security, and a robust fire wall. It also includes a document shredder, digital lock and parental controls.
Ad-aware was able to block 95.4 percent in AV-Comparatives’ Real-World tests for protection however it could only block 97% of zero-day test samples. While these results might seem acceptable, they’re not exactly impressive when compared with the best in the industry. Both the Pro and Total versions of this antivirus are backed by a 30-day money back guarantee.
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