Adware is a type of malware that can be downloaded onto your computer in a way that you are unaware of. It can then spy on you to see what you are looking for and display ads related to those searches. This can result in numerous unwanted ads that can be extremely distracting and slow down your computer. It could also pose serious security health, privacy, and security dangers. Adware is a tool that can obtain data from you and sell it to marketers.
The company behind adaware is Lavasoft which has been in existence for decades and develops legitimate antivirus software solutions. The program is easy to install and doesn’t need you to uninstall your current antivirus. Once the program is installed, you can run a fast full or custom scan from the main dashboard, and then run product updates.
There are three plans available with adaware: free, Pro and Total. The free plan includes real-time protection and download protection but does not include ad blocking. The Pro version includes unlimited tech assistance, web and email security, as well as a strong fire wall. It also comes with the digital lock, a parental control, and a file shredder.
In the AV-Comparatives Real-World Protection Tests, Adware managed to block 95.4% of malware samples, but only 97% in zero-day detection tests. These results might seem impressive but they’re not that impressive when compared to the top brands in the market. Both the Pro and Total versions of this antivirus come with a 30 day money back guarantee.
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