Made by cybersecurity firm Lavasoft (formerly also known as Ad-Aware) Adaware is a security program that aims to tackle the types of rogue programs and privacy infringements that a lot of users aren’t even aware of. Adaware is a collection of programs that track your browsing habits, programs that hijack the browser’s homepage and applications that show annoying ads at the most inappropriate times. This free application comes with several features that can increase your device’s security and ensure that it runs smoothly.
In our tests, adaware was able to identify the majority of the malware we threw at it. However, it was unable to assist in getting rid of some malware. It does come with a number of helpful extras such as a privacy watcher, a registry scanner, a file shredder and advanced monitoring of network. It is worth noting, though, that adaware doesn’t offer the same level of security as some of the top antivirus tools in the industry.
Adaware’s last participation in AV Test tests in the lab resulted in a blockage of just 95. 4percent of the 0-day risks and 97% known risks. These aren’t awful scores however they don’t compare to the most powerful security suites accomplish.
Adaware users seeking better performance should consider alternatives. We suggest Kaspersky and Bitdefender both of which are well-known for their reliability and performance in real-world tests. Some users might be disappointed that only customers of the Pro and Total plans have access to technical and customer support via the internet. The company does provide a range of information and frequently asked questions on its website, but.