Avast has always been one of the best free antivirus software applications. Version 7 comes packed with even more free stuff to keep you protected against the latest threats.
New FeaturesReports and protection information is viewable using the new real time shield overview. The cloud services provided by Reputation Services and Streaming Updates ensures you are protected from untrustworthy websites and software, and that your Avast software is always patched up to date. Being up to date is one of the most important things to do in today's world. Viruses and other threats spread very quickly and infect millions of people at a time.
The new FileRep Service is another of the new cloud services that stores information about the reputation of millions of files. Is that file you downloaded a safe one or an intimation? The FileRep Service makes sure you're downloading legitimate files rather than malware and spyware.
The new remote assistance feature is also a great edition with Avast 7. Not only can you protect yourself but you can help friends and family out too.
Above all else, the new version of Avast is compatible with Windows 8. It's one for the future so get it for free now.
Please note This is the beta version of Avast 7. To download the full version when it is released visit: http://www.avast.com/
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Price: $0
Size: 72MB
Released: 02/2012
Type: freewareCategory: Antivirus
OS Support: Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8
Keywords: free antivirus