Lavasoft Ad-Aware SE Personal

Company Website & Download
Lavasoft Inc
http://www.lavasoft.com

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Bottom Line
Free adware/spyware removal tool. The free version of Ad-Aware isn't as robust or effective as Spy Sweeper or Spyware Doctor. Ad-Aware Personal doesn't offer real-time protection or scheduled system scans, but it makes a good supplement to your primary anti-spyware software program, since reviews say no single spyware removal tool can catch all threats. Since the free Ad-Aware doesn't have real-time monitoring, it doesn't drain system resources except when scanning. The paid version of Ad-Aware is not recommended highly in reviews.

Pros
Antivirus protection is certified by independent labs. Multiple layers of protection prevent installation of most malware. Did a good job of cleaning up malware-infested systems.

Cons
Better at finding malware and stopping it dead than at preventing it from installing in the first place. Keylogger protection lacking.
 

Spec Data
Price As Tested: $39.95 Direct
Type: Personal, Professional
Notes: 3-pack for $49.95



REVIEW DATE: 27.12.07