If avast!'s very good malware cleanup doesn't recognize a suspicious file, its built-in automatic sandboxing can keep that file from doing harm. It's one of several good choices for free antivirus ...

Both Avast and Bitdefender originally built their reputations on their high-quality, free solutions. Even though they've both grown into professional-grade security companies, they still offer ...

The advent of Windows 8 is having a profound effect on user interface design. Hyperlinks and small buttons are out; big, touch-friendly panels are in. Avast! Free Antivirus 8 is the latest of many ...

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For the second quarter in a row, Avast One Essential, Avast Free Antivirus and Avast Secure Browser receive the highest phishing detection scores in AV-Comparatives' latest analysis of consumer ...

I know there's a debate about AV programs (i.e. which one's best etc.) created approx. each week here on Ars Technica forum, but I have a different question... If there are (still) any users of avast!

Main Window The main window for Avast Free Antivirus 2017 is totally different from that of the previous edition. Clicking the big green button runs a smart scan, checking for malware, outdated ...

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A recent evaluation by AV-Test.org revealed that many free Android security products are barely effective and some don't seem to offer any protection at all. That's certainly a contrast with the PC ...