What Is Avast?
Avast! is a program for the personal computer designed to stop viruses. Avast! Home Edition is the free downloadable version.
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Origin
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Avast! was first released in 1988 by Czech company ALWIL Software a.s. It incorporates both anti-virus and anti-spyware technology.
Users
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Avast!, which has more than 80 million users worldwide, is one of the most popular anti-virus programs.
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Features
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Avast! offers real time protection, P2P shield, scanning for email, a shield for instant-messaging programs and an updatable virus library.
Free Use
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Avast! Home Edition is available for free for 60 days. After that time has expired, you must register the software and enter a license key.
Other Versions
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Other versions of Avast! include the Professional Edition for businesses, Home Server Edition, Family Pack for multiple computers and editions for MAC and Linux.
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