Ad-Aware - Anniversary Edition 8.0.7

Ad-Aware Free continues the Lavasoft tradition and spirit by providing a no-strings-attached, full powered free anti-spyware product that is safe, thorough, and easy to use. This new version, boasting improved threat detection and usability features, reinforces why computer users continue to put their trust in Ad-Aware more than any other anti-spyware program.

You can protect the private information on your computer with Ad-Aware, the original and most trusted anti-spyware program that thoroughly detects and removes both known and emerging malicious threats. Surf the Internet with peace of mind and let Ad-Aware shield you from dangerous intruders and prying eyes.

You can preserve your computer investment with regular scans to identify and remove malicious applications that eat up memory and steal bandwidth so your computer runs as smoothly as the first day you bought it.

You can conquer the complexities of battling malware with user interface that guides the everyday user through the maze of security threats, while offering advanced options for the specialized needs of IT enthusiasts and professionals. Ad-Aware helps you combat the growing threats and latest advancements of malware and malicious spyware. Ad-Aware Frees on demand scans detect and remove spyware and other forms of malware.

Note: Ad-Aware is free of charge for personal home use only. Commercial use is prohibited. For real-time protection and advanced options, paid versions are available from .

Major Features:

1. Smart defense against advanced threats        
   • Comprehensive malware tectiontection against over 2 million threats, including virus, spyware, trojans, keyloggers, and much more.  
   • Ad-Watch Live! BasicReal-time cess tection blocks malicious cesses and infected grams that try to start or run on your system.  
   • Ad-Watch Live! AdvancedReal-time registry tection and cess tection including behavior-based heuristics scanning.  
   • Ad-Watch Live! ExpertGives you an additional layer of security by blocking connections to blacklisted IP addresses. It also adds real-time network tection, registry tection, and cess tection including behavior-based heuristics scanning.  
   • Behavior-Based Heuristical DetectionBoost your tection with heuristical detection to find and block unknown and emerging threats.  
   • Rootkit Removal Systemtection against hidden threats and stealth attacks  
2. Your online safety net        
   • Detect, remove AND RepairAd-Aware intelligently cleans your system by removing all traces of the infection.  
   • External Drive ScanningScan your external storage device, iPod, USB’s, or any other drives that you connect to your PC for an additional layer of security.  
   • Network Drive ScanningScan network drives so you can detect malware on any shared disks on your network.  
   • Pin-Point ScanningRight click any file or folder to perform an immediate scan to determine if it's safe or not.  
   • System Restore PointSet a system restore point so you can clean your PC without fear of obstructing your operating system.  
3. Features to simplify your life        
   • Minimal use of computer resourcesAd-Aware now uses 74% less memory than the previous version!  
   • Customizable file ScansSave time by creating file scans for even faster, more efficient scans. 
   • Lavasoft SmartSetBased on expert recommended settings makes scanning and cleaning your computer as easy as possible.  
   • Automatic UpdatesContinuous pulse updates to guard your privacy against cyber attacks throughout the license duration.  
   • Full Integration with Windows Security CenterGet Ad-Aware tection and status notifications through the Windows Security Center, if for example, any part of your security has been turned off or disabled.  
   • The SchedulerAutomatic Scans set to your personalized schedule to optimize time and resources. If used in combination with Lavasoft SmartSet, all you have to do set & forget.
   • Technical SupportDirect, in-duct access to the Lavasoft Support Center.  
4. Bonus tools for an additional layer of security        
   • Lavasoft ToolboxBlock unsecure and harmful websites with the Hosts File Editor; keep track of all running cesses with cess Watch; reduce the toll on your system with the AutoStart Manager, and submit suspicious files to ThreatWork.
   • Command Line SupportManage Ad-Aware without launching the interface window.  
   • Lavasoft ThreatWorkSubmit suspicious files to Lavasoft researchers for analysis in just one easy click.  
   • TrackSweepControl your privacy by erasing tracks left behind while surfing the web.  
   • Background ScanningSave resources by closing Ad-Aware while scanning your computer - keep working while a scan is performed.  
     

Enhancements:

• Integrated Ad-Watch Live! Basic – Immediately detect deceptive malware applications before they attack your personal information with integrated real-time process protection suspend suspicious files and block malicious processes to prevent further integration into your system.
• Radically Improved Resource Efficiency – Tread lightly on your system’s resources with dramatic improvements to the memory usage.
• External Drive Scanning Scan your external storage devices – iPods, DVDs, USBs, and more – for an additional layer of security.
• Customizable Profile Scans Easily create and save a personalized scan profile so Ad-Aware only scans areas that you select.
• Lavasoft SmartSet Scanning and cleaning is effortless with automatically configured settings for scans and recommended actions for found infections.
• Pin-Point Scanning Easily assess suspicious files right-click any file or folder to scan with Ad-Aware or to submit to ThreatWork for analysis.

• Pentium 600 MHz or faster
• RAM Operating system + 100 MB
• 50 MB free hard disk space
• Web Browsers: Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or higher) / Firefox (version 1.5 or higher) / Opera (version 9 or higher)