When a cyber threat makes its way into your system, it may hide in a variety ways. While the majority of antivirus software can detect malware through meeting plan and agenda regular scans as well as real-time protection and boot-time scans, a boot-time scan provides the most thorough protection against stealthy threats.

A boot scan is an instant examination of the computer system before Windows starts. This allows the program to find hidden malware and remove it without disrupting your normal work. Avast’s boot scan feature has various options for dealing any threats that are detected during the scan, including making the files repairable immediately and moving them to the Disease Chest or quarantine, or deleting them.

It may take a while to run a boot test. To speed things up it’s recommended to disable non-essential startup applications and unplug external hard drives or USB devices. This will reduce the chance of conflict and let the scan focus solely on the internal storage. It is also a great idea to set aside some time during which you will not be using your computer for any other tasks so that the boot scanning can take place without interruption.

To enable a scan that is based on the time of the boot you must select Settings (the gear icon) in the Avast interface. Select Scan Settings > Protection and check the Boot Time Scan option. Configure the options according to your preferences, and then click OK. The Avast boot-time scan is a powerful tool that can ensure that your computer is secure from dangers and enjoy a a smoother computing experience.