AVG AntiVirus Pro 7.5

AVG Anti-Virus has been one of the frontline performers when it comes to secure the computer anatomy against infectious viruses, spyware, adware and malware. The main highlights include email scanning and boot scanning. The interface of the software features basic and easy to implement three tests – Complete Test, Removable Media Test and Quick Test.

Ease of Use

The main weapon of defence is the AVG Control Center (AVGCC). This AVGCC is executed everytime the user starts the application. AVGCC enables altering various settings in the AVG system and tracking of individual entities. The basic visual indication of the status of the process is in form of colored try icon. The color of the AVGCC system tray is multi-faced while functioning properly and gray if some problem occurs. In addition to AVGCC, the software also has Advanced Interface that showcases other activities that can be undertaken for virus dismemberment. This interface is dedicated more towards the interests of the advanced users although the average users also can find their way out.

Effectiveness

The consistency of the software can be gauged from the fact that AVG antivirus bagged the ICSA 2007 award besides clearing the on-demand and on-access level 1 and 2 from West Coast Labs. However, the only drift was the inability to acquire VB100% accolade. The series of such accolades further reinforce the suitability of the software.

Security Software Offers

Updates

The updating process is simple and regular as the AVG updating methodology takes place with aid of Akarnai servers. The software updates itself automatically at the time of the availability of the updates and other form of virus definitions. Manual updating can also be incorporated by scheduling the process.

Feature Set   

AVG AntiVirus is known for an exclusive technicality called Virus Vault or a Quarantine Area. The process of isolating the infected file upon its detection to the Quarantine area helps to take scheduled and pre-planned action on the malicious elements. The software also allows creation of MS-DOS Rescue Disk.

Ease of installation

The installation needs any previously installed anti-virus software to be removed from the system. The installation consists of a simple process wherein a wizard guides through the entire methodology.

Help/Support   

The support and troubleshooting help provided by AVG is appreciable in every respect. The support includes online help page, Knowledge Base Search and FAQ archives. Although there is no telephone support offered by AVG, yet email enquiries are usually responded within 36 hours, being little slacker on that front. Other means include online discussion forums, blogs and documented write-ups in Help section.

Summary   

The only low-point about AVG AntiVirus software is that it has not cleared the West Coast Lab’s level 2 test. The much talked about strengths of the software come at a price of $38.95 – slightly on the higher side compared to the features of other competitor softwares. However, the capabilities like complete email scanning including attachments, instant message applications and other file transfers have earned the software a distinguishable name in the category of efficient anti-virus softwares.