Adware is www.programworld.org/pc-matic one kind of malware. It's not as dangerous as viruses that can destroy systems or spyware that collects data, but can be just as disruptive and annoying. It's also used to carry out unwanted tasks on your device, for instance, recording your visits to certain locations and then displaying ads that are specific to those locations. This is an excellent way for creators of adsware to earn money without the need to sell their product directly.

Adaware review is, unlike other competing products offers only Windows protection. The free version doesn't support Mac or iOS devices. It only offers 24/7 technical support for users of the Total and Pro packages. The basic-only package gives you the ability to monitor your behavior in real-time as well as automatic scanning of downloaded files and a strong firewall. It doesn't offer protection for web and email as well as any other features like a file shredder.

The software performed well in the lab tests of AV-test. It was able to eliminate all known threats and block 97% of attacks with a 0-day duration. These numbers are impressive, however they're not as high as those of the top security suites.

If you choose to buy the top-of-the-line solution, Adaware Total, it's worth noting that it's currently 30% more expensive than its competitors. This is due to the fact that the firm has decided to stop offering different levels of protection, and instead bundle all of their tools into one package. It means that you only get one license, but you will be able to avail a wide array of privacy and PC maintenance options, like the removal of tracking cookies and optimization tools to speed up Windows boot times, and the ability to prevent applications from accessing the camera or microphone.