Adware is one type of malware. It is not as destructive as viruses that destroy systems or spyware that stores data however it can be just as annoying and intrusive. Adware is also used to perform unwelcome tasks on your device. For example it could record the places you visit and display ads specifically targeted to these areas. This is a great method for adware authors to earn money without selling their product directly.
In contrast to many other competing products, Adaware review provides only Windows security – the free version does not even support Mac or iOS devices. It also provides 24/7 technical support for customers of its Pro and Total packages. The basic-only version of the package offers real-time security and behavior monitoring and automatic scanning of downloaded files as well as a robust firewall. It doesn’t offer web and email protection or any additional features, such as a file shredder.
In the lab tests conducted by AV-test, the software performed well. It was able remove all known threats and block 97% of 0-day attacks. These scores are impressive but not as impressive as most powerful security suites.
If you opt to purchase the top-tier solution, Adaware Total, it’s worth noting that it’s 30% more expensive than its competitors. It’s because the company made the decision to stop offering a variety of protection levels and instead bundle their tools into one package. While this means that you’ll only have one license, it will give you access to a wide range of PC security and privacy tools, which include the removal of tracking cookies, optimization tools for speeding up Windows boot times as well as the ability to block apps from accessing your camera or microphone.