Adaware is a product by cybersecurity company Lavasoft, (formerly known as Ad-Aware) is designed to combat the types of rogue apps and privacy invasions of which the majority of users are unaware. Adaware includes programs that track your browsing habits, programs that hijack the browser start page and apps that display irritating advertisements at the worst times. This free application also comes with a host of additional features to improve security and ensure that your device is running efficiently.
In our tests, adaware was able to recognize the majority of the malware we threw at it. It had difficulty removing some malware, however. It does come with numerous useful extras such as a privacy monitor an adaware registry scanner, file shredder and advanced monitoring of network. It’s important to note, however, that adaware can’t offer as much protection as some of the industry’s leading antivirus tools.
Adaware’s most recent participation in AV Test lab tests resulted in the blocking of just 95. 4.4% of 0-day threats and 97% known risks. These aren’t bad scores however they do not compare to the top security suites do.
Adaware users seeking better performance should consider alternatives. We particularly recommend Kaspersky and Bitdefender, which are renowned for their reliability and performance in real-world tests. Additionally only Pro and Total plan users get access to online technical and customer support, which may be a little disappointing for certain users. On its website, the business provides a variety information and frequently asked questions.