Lavasoft Ad-Aware Pro is a security suite that includes protection from spyware and malware. Adware today is seen as a threat to system security due to the potential for spyware. There are various program options available to consumer that provide various security features. However, many will often have a higher cost due to extra protection that may not be needed.
This program includes a variety of features to help protect a user’s system. This will include scanning files that are downloaded for any known malware threats. Another feature is scanning the contents of USB flash drives or other storage devices attached to a computer. The program uses a sandbox emulator, which will monitor suspected files that are not positively identified as malware.
The antivirus protection provided by this program includes two scanning engines. These work together to scan, detect, block, and eliminate any virus or malware threats that are detected. Important files that are stored on a user’s PC are protected from security threats at all times. The program performs a basic scan of a user’s system at noon every Sunday. However, this setting may easily be changed to any other time that is preferred.
Staying safe when surfing the Internet is important with the various types of security threats which are seen today. One safety feature with Ad-Aware is keeping a users safe when online. This is done with a feature that blocks a user from accessing websites that are known to be malicious. There is also a filter that scans web traffic to look for any signs of malware or phishing. A toolbar can be added to any web browser to display whether a website is suspicious or safe. The toolbar is primarily used to protect any users from phishing attempts when surfing the web. There is also email protection included, which will detect and block malware found in any attachments.
The program does not use many system resources and is a good option for system security. A user can download the program from the Lavasoft website at a cost of $36, for a one-year subscription.
