Adware is one type of malware. It is not as malicious as viruses that destroy systems or spyware that stores data however, it can be as intrusive and annoying. It can also perform unwanted tasks on your device, such as recording your visits to certain locations and displaying advertising tailored to the specific locations. Adware creators can earn money through the display of targeted advertisements without having to sell the product directly.
Adaware review is, unlike other products that compete does not offer Windows protection. The free version does not support Mac or iOS devices. It also only provides 24/7 technical support to paid users of its Total and Pro packages. The basic-only package provides live-time monitoring of your behavior and antivirus as well as automatic scans of downloads and a powerful firewall. It doesn’t include email and web protection as well as any other features such as a shredder for files.
The software performed well during the tests in the lab of AV-test. It was able to eliminate all the known threats it was tested against and block 97% of 0-day attacks. These scores are impressive, however not as impressive as best security suites.
If you decide to buy the most expensive option, 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 one package. This means that you only have one license but you can access a large collection of PC security and privacy options, including the removal of tracking cookies optimization tools to speed up Windows boot times and the ability to block apps from accessing the microphone or camera.