26 Sep AVG Antivirus Review
AVG is among the most popular antivirus programs around the world. It provides a reliable free version as well as a comprehensive collection of security tools that compete with the top suites from Bitdefender and McAfee. It’s simple to install and use, and its user interface is functional rather than flashy.
The suite comes with a number features that help safeguard you from malware and other cyber-threats, but some of advice them are only available if you upgrade to the premium version. AVG’s support center can be accessed via the software client and includes a forum, how-to sections, community advice and an online ticket submission form. There’s also an exclusive phone number for premium users though that’s only open during business hours.
The malware scanner uses machine learning and heuristics to detect threats that could escape detection using signature-based methods. It can identify rootkits, trojans, trojans and worms as well as other sophisticated malware that may be missed by other scanners. It offers an automatic scan option, a quick scan that skips files AVG is sure to be safe, and a more thorough scan that takes longer but provides more thorough security.
AVG’s antiphishing system is extremely effective. It also has a firewall that can be configured in order to block certain ports or applications. It also comes with a device optimization tool that can eliminate unneeded applications and speed your PC, as well as a password vault that can be used to store photos. Its anti-theft features are more sophisticated than those of its competitors, allowing users to track remotely the stolen or lost device using GPS. You can also set a siren, and remotely lock the device, or erase the data if suspect someone of taking it.