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Adware is a type malware that can be installed on your computer unknowingly. It will then track your computer to see what you are searching for and then display relevant ads. This could lead to numerous unwelcome ads that could be extremely distracting and slow down your computer. It also can pose serious security health, privacy and privacy risks. Adware is also able to steal your data and sell it to advertisers.

Lavasoft the company that developed Adaware, has been working on antivirus software for a long time and is a reputable company. The program is easy to install and doesn’t require you to uninstall your current antivirus. Once installed, you’ll be able to perform a quick, comprehensive or custom scan, and update the program from the main dashboard.

There are three plans to choose from that include adaware: free Pro and Total. The free plan offers real-time protection and download protection however it does not include ad blocker. The Pro version is more comprehensive and comes with unlimited tech support, as well as email and web security as well as an effective firewall. It also includes a file shredder, digital lock, and parental controls.

In the AV-Comparatives Real-World Protection Tests, Adware managed to block 95.4% of malware samples, but only 97% during the zero-day detection tests. The results might appear good however they’re not impressive when compared with the leaders in the industry. If you’re interested in purchasing this antivirus, there’s an ordinary 30-day money back guarantee for both the Pro and Total versions.