Adware is one kind of malware. It is not as dangerous as viruses that destroy systems or spyware that collects information, but can be just as annoying and intrusive. Adware is also used to perform unwelcome tasks on your device. For instance it can be able to record the places you go to show ads that are specific to these specific locations. Adware creators can earn money by displaying targeted ads without the need to sell the product directly.
As opposed to other similar products, adaware review gives only Windows security — the free version doesn’t support Mac or iOS devices. It also provides 24/7 technical support to paid users of its Total and Pro packages. The basic-only package gives you real-time security and behavior monitoring and automatic scanning of downloads and a powerful firewall. It doesn’t offer protection for websites and emails, or any other extras such as a file shredder.
In AV-test’s lab tests, the software performed well. It was able to remove all known threats it was tested against and block 97% of zero-day attacks. These numbers are impressive, however they’re not as high as those of the leading security suites.
If you choose to buy the top-tier solution, Adaware Total, it’s worth noting that it’s 30 percent more expensive than competitors. That’s because the company has taken the decision to stop offering multiple tiers of protection and instead, bundle their tools into a single package. This means you will only receive one license, but you are able to access a variety of PC security and privacy options, like the removal of tracking cookie optimization tools to speed up Windows boot times and the ability to block apps from accessing the microphone or camera.