Avast is one of the most popular antivirus programs in the world. It is regarded as an excellent security software which protects your PC from cyber-attacks. It can check your network, block potentially harmful downloads and even provide a VPN for secure browsing. The paid version includes additional security features, such as shredding sensitive data and a firewall to prevent unauthorized attacks.
The avast message ‘I have spyware cookies’ is displayed when your anti-virus software detects malware. It’s not usually a problem however if you are concerned, it is possible to disable tracker cookies in your browser’s settings.
Spyware is malware that secretly monitors and collects your activity on the internet, such as login details, account details including photos, documents and more. It also connects to your microphone and webcam without your knowledge and take personal information or pass the information to third-party companies. Avast warns about them, but ultimately it’s your choice to delete them through your browser settings.
Avast is well-known for its general protection against threats from the web and scored highly in the Real-World Security Test by German analysis group AV-Comparatives. The anti-virus program uses an efficient heuristic analyzer which analyzes the patterns of known viruses to find clean ones and then quickly eliminates the threats. It also includes an sandbox which runs potentially harmful apps in a virtual environment to prevent them from harming your operating system.
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