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Ad-Aware Pro - Security Package Report

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Publisher Description Of Ad-Aware Pro

Ad-Aware Pro provide the ability to scan the PC's RAM, Registry, hard drives, and external storage devices for known data-mining, advertising, and tracking components, Ad-Aware clean the system allowing the user to maintain a higher degree of privacy while the user can surf the Web.

Ad-Aware Pro gives the user the tools to detect hazardous content on the computer, clearly identify their threat level, and then give the ability to remove unwanted content, so that the user's private information remains right where it should.

It now includes an improved threat detection, enhanced rootkit removal system, faster updates, Lavasoft ThreatWork to submit suspicious files for analysis, and is now compatible with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows Vista.

Keys features of Ad-Aware Pro:

  • Code Sequence Identification Technology - Boost the user's privacy protection with precise detection of embedded malware, including Trojans, worms, spyware and other forms of deceptive malware.
  • Rootkit Removal System - Guard against hidden threats attempting to access the user's system with their rootkit removal technology.
  • Improved Threat Detection - Protection against cyber threats, including a defense against spyware, Trojans, bots, and other malicious programs; with an expanded threat database.
  • Extensive Detection Database - Stay protected with regular updates from their extensive library of identified and analyzed threats.
  • Efficient Updates - Save time and resources with compressed files resulting in quick product updates.
  • Easy to Install and Use - Effortlessly maneuver the complexities of malware detection and removal with Ad-Aware's user-friendly interface.
  • Lavasoft ThreatWork - Direct access to submit suspicious files for analysis via ThreatWork, an alliance of global anti-spyware security volunteers actively fighting online threats.
  • TrackSweep - Control privacy by erasing tracks left behind while surfing the Internet on multiple browsers, including Internet Explorer, Firefox and Opera, with an easy click of a button.
  • Multiple Browser Support - The ability to choose Internet Explorer, Firefox or Opera with expanded browser support.
  • A System Restore Point - Set a Windows system restore point after a scan to easily revert back to the user's clean system to recover from a spyware attack.
  • Integrated Anti-Virus Protection - Anti-spyware software now includes extended anti-virus protection. Lavasoft's extended anti-virus engine boosts detection to include over one million additional virus and malware threats.
  • Customizable Scans - Customizable scanning of RAM, registry, hard drives, external storage devices, and optical drives means you save time by scanning selected areas where known spyware programs are located.
  • Reduced Use of Computer Memory - Tread lightly on system resources with a significant reduction in computer memory used while in watchguard mode.
  • Hosts File Editor - Allows users to add, delete or make changes to the Hosts File to create Web navigational shortcuts and block specific sites.
  • Ad-Watch Real-Time Monitor - Immediate detection of malware, spyware, and viruses means deceptive applications can be safely removed before they are able to cause any damage to the PC.
  • The Scheduler - Set automatic scans and updates to fit your personalized needs and optimize time and resources.
  • Ad-Watch Connect - Monitors outgoing network traffic, providing an additional channel for identifying active threats.
  • Process Watch Module - View an in-depth snapshot of all running processes and quickly stop any known offending processes.
  • Advanced Command Line Support - Allows users to scan and remove spyware without launching the interface window.

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Ad-Aware Pro Information
Company Information:

Lavasoft is a software corporation often referred to as the “original” anti‐spyware company. Its signature product, Ad‐Aware, has been downloaded more than 350 million times worldwide.

Lavasoft established the company in Germany in 1999. Lavasoft’s headquarters has been located in Gothenburg, Sweden, since 2002.

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Minimum System Requirement: Intel Pentium III 600 MHz processor (or faster)
Windows 2000 Pro, 2003 XP and Vista (32 and 64-bits)
100 MB Ram
50 MB free hard disk space
Internet Explorer 5.5 (or higher)
Firefox 1.5 (or higher)
Opera 9 (or higher)
Software Versions: Ad-Aware Pro 2009 Anniversary Edition 8.0.0
Trial Version: Yes 30-Days Free Trial
Free Version: Yes Ad-Aware 2010 Free Edition
File Size: 35.70 MB
Price: $39.95 (1 Year License)
$53.93 (2 Years License)
$67.92 (3 Years License)
Satisfacation Guarantee Policy: 30 Days Money-Back Guarantee
Customer Support: Lavasoft Customer's Support Page

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Consumer Feedbacks And Complaints

Actual Customer Feedback:

"...I think this product is easy to use. Updated regularly and a large Malware database... Scanner sometimes freezes during a scan, then when you click stop scan the program crashes, when you open it up again, it will say the scanner is buisy when it isn't even scanning!"
Portion of actual user comment from Download.com

"...It's finding privacy/malware things on my computer that the other programs I have installed aren't finding. The bottom line is that I'm feeling safer running this program..."
Portion of actual user comment from Download.com

"Very good than spyware doctor only because of spyware doctor too much heavier than this.This one very much effective for all threats and comparatively lighter version."
Portion of actual user comment from SoftPedia.com

"...impressed by how comprehensive the scanning tools were, picking up threats in our tests with no problems but, despite offering a number of improvements including virus protection, it does feel a little thin on the ground. The lack of integration of the Ad-Watch component is also annoying and, despite the uncluttered interface, it can be awkward to use..."
Portion of actual user comment from Pcw.co.uk

"...detects much more malware than the previous standalone anti-spyware software... while the company says the addition pits Ad-Aware Pro against major antivirus apps, Ad-Aware doesn't perform the full range of malware checks typical to programs such as Norton, McAfee and Kaspersky. It doesn't run 'on-access' antivirus scans whenever a file is saved to your hard drive..."
Portion of actual user comment from PCWorld.com

"...Spyware removal in this version is excellent, in part due to the new antivirus scanner. The product's real-time protection, however, is years out of date."
Portion of actual user comment from PCMag.com

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Related Products - Ad-Aware Plus Report
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Publisher Description Of Ad-Aware Pro

Ad-Aware Plus is similar to Ad-Aware Pro which allows the user to combat threats and latest advancements of malicious spyware and malware. This anti-spyware software now includes integrated anti-virus protection, as well as extended threat detection.

Ad-Aware Plus protects the user from spyware and malware that secretly takes control of the computer, resulting in aggressive advertising pop-ups, sluggish computer activity and even identity theft through stolen private information. In everyway, it is similar to Ad-Aware Pro.

The main difference between the Plus and Pro versions are the addition of anti-virus protection, extended threat detection, and real-time monitoring. Real-time monitoring means that users are protected as they use the Internet. Other additional features include automatic updating, custom scanning of specific directories, scheduled scans, a hosts file editor and cookie blocking.

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Ad-Aware Plus Information
Minimum System Requirement: Intel Pentium III 600 MHz processor (or faster)
Windows 2000 Pro, 2003 XP and Vista (32 and 64-bits)
100 MB Ram
50 MB free hard disk space
Internet Explorer 5.5 (or higher)
Firefox 1.5 (or higher)
Opera 9 (or higher)
Software Versions: Ad-Aware Plus 2009 Anniversary Edition 8.0.0
Trial Version: Yes 30-Days Free Trial
Free Version: Yes Ad-Aware 2010 Free Version
File Size: 22.7 MB
Price: $26.95 (1 Year License)
$36.38 (2 Years License)
$45.82 (3 Years License)
Satisfacation Guarantee Policy: 30 Days Money-Back Guarantee
Customer Support: Lavasoft Customer's Support Page

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