Adware is a form of malware that’s not as threatening as system-destroying viruses or data-harvesting spyware, but it’s just as infuriating and disruptive. It can also carry out unwanted tasks on your device, for instance, recording the places you visit and displaying advertising tailored to those specific locations. This is a great way for adware creators to earn money without having to sell their product directly.
As opposed to other similar products, Adaware Review offers only Windows protection – the free version doesn’t even support Mac or iOS devices. It also only provides 24/7 technical support for users of its Pro and Total packages. The basic package comes with real-time antivirus and behavior monitoring and automatic scanning of downloaded files and a strong firewall. It doesn’t include protection for web and email or any other extras such as a shredder for files.
In the lab tests conducted by AV-test the software performed very well. It was able eliminate all known threats it tested against and block 97% of zero-day attacks. These scores are impressive, however not as impressive as top security suites.
If you choose to buy the top-of-the line solution, Adaware Total, it’s worth noting that it’s 30 percent more expensive than its competitors. This is because the company has decided to stop offering different levels of protection and instead bundles all their tools into one package. While this means that you’ll only be able to purchase one license, it does give you access to an array of PC security and privacy tools, including the removal of tracking cookies optimization tools that speed up Windows boot times, and the ability to block applications from accessing your microphone or camera.
