Adware is a sort of malware that’s not quite as dangerous as system-destroying virus or data-harvesting spyware, but it’s just as irritating and intrusive. Adware is also used to perform unwanted tasks on your device. For example it can track the places you visit and display advertisements that are targeted to these areas. Adware creators earn money by displaying ads that are targeted without having to sell their product directly.

Adaware review, unlike other competitors it only provides Windows security. The free version does not work with Mac or iOS devices. It also offers 24/7 technical support for users of its Total and Pro packages. The basic-only package provides real-time security intrusta antivirus review and behavior monitoring as well as automatic scanning of downloads and a robust firewall. It doesn’t include protection for web and email, or any other extras such as a file shredder.

In AV-test’s lab tests the software performed very well. It was able eliminate all known threats and block 97% attacks of 0-day. These scores are impressive, however not as impressive as most effective security suites.

If you decide to buy the top-of-the line solution, Adaware Total, it’s worth noting that it’s currently 30 percent more expensive than competitors. That’s because the company has decided to move away from offering a variety of protection levels and instead, bundle their tools into one package. It means that you only get one license but you can avail a wide array of privacy and PC maintenance options, including the removal of tracking cookie optimization tools to speed up Windows boot times, and the ability to prevent apps from accessing your camera or microphone.