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Antivirus, optimization, and web safety tool featuring its own secure browser for multiple devices in a network

Antivirus, optimization, and web safety tool featuring its own secure browser for multiple devices in a network

Vote: (167 votes)

Program license: Trial version

Developer: AVAST

Version: 19.3.4241.0

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(167 votes)

Trial version

Developer

Version

AVAST

19.3.4241.0

Works under:

Windows

Pros

  • New, easier to use interface
  • Five different scan options
  • Smaller installation file
  • Quicker and easier installation process
  • New plugins available on browsers
  • Constantly updates to offer the best protection
  • Scans removable media
  • View websites securely
  • Remote help feature
  • Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8
  • Customizable homepage allows for four shortcuts

Cons

  • The free version is only a trial

avast! Premier Antivirus is an excellent virus protection program that protects Windows PCs from being infected with viruses, spyware and other malware. The software runs smoothly without slowing down your processor, and it is easy to set up and run.

The software downloads quickly and is available on versions of Windows XP and newer versions. The installation process is quicker, and the size of the installation to be downloaded is a lot smaller than previous versions. The newest version also has a redesigned interface that makes it easier to access the various features and allows you to alter settings in a sidebar. The homepage of the software is also customizable so that you can add up to four shortcuts to the features that you use most often so that the features are easier for you to access.

avast! Premier Antivirus protects computers that run Windows in many ways. The software offers real-time protection, and it updates its database constantly so that your computer receives the best protection available. The software is always running in the background, protecting your computer whenever you are browsing the internet. The software doesn’t use much system requirements, so your computer will still run quick. There are five different scans to choose from when using avast! You can choose a quick scan that will scan the folders and files on your computer. There is also an option to scan flash drives and removable media to prevent you from downloading a virus from saving files from a different computer. There is also an advanced scan that allows you to scan rootkits when you start your computer.

In addition to scanning your computer for infected files, avast! also has a tool that allows you to clean your browser of unwanted extensions or toolbars, a tool for creating a rescue disk, and a tool for updating the software on your computer. There is also a tool that allows you to control your computer from a mobile device and allows you to connect to a friend’s computer so that you can help out a friend if they are having troubles.

The newest version of SafeZone also allows you to view webpages securely so that you know you are protected when you shop online or do online banking. There is also a sandbox feature that allows you to view webpages safely with less risk to the operating system. A firewall is included that blocks hackers from gaining entry to your files and from attacking your computer.

Pros

  • New, easier to use interface
  • Five different scan options
  • Smaller installation file
  • Quicker and easier installation process
  • New plugins available on browsers
  • Constantly updates to offer the best protection
  • Scans removable media
  • View websites securely
  • Remote help feature
  • Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8
  • Customizable homepage allows for four shortcuts

Cons

  • The free version is only a trial