Avast Ultimate Review
Avast ultimate is a security tool with an excellent detection rate and amazing extra features. Its malware scanner scored a perfect score in my tests and its web security blocked a number of phishing websites that got past Chrome and Firefox’s default cost reports security features. Other features include a Rescue Disk, a secure browser for online shopping and banking, advanced tracker blocking and an VPN.
The interface for users of the suite is easy to navigate. The main screen shows a list with icons that clearly describe the features of each tool. Avast employs an orange, blue, and white color scheme that’s appealing to the eye and easy to read.
You can find detailed controls for each tool in the Explore menu. This includes custom scans as well as boot time scanning and an automatic updater. You can also save certain types of scans in the “Scan Center”, so you can run them in the future.
The advanced features of Avast can assist you to prevent ransomware by monitoring your PC for suspicious activity and then encrypting files which may be targeted. It is able to detect trojan horses (a malicious program that is able to sneak into your computer disguised as genuine software) and stop it from running on your system.
Avast provides 24/7 email, phone and live chat support. The free versions of Avast are backed by a vast community of knowledge and. Paid plans include advanced features such as identity protection, USB protection, patch management, and an unlimited VPN.
