AVG Anti-Virus Pro 7.5

AVG Anti-Virus Pro Reviewer's Comments

AVG Anti-Virus has everything you need in an antivirus program: email scanning to include email attachments, boot scanning and auto updating of the virus definitions. From the basic interface, you can quickly do one of three tests: the Complete Test, Removable Media Test and Quick Test.



Ease of Use:

The AVG Control Center (AVGCC) is the main control component of the AVG system. AVGCC runs each time a user logs in and through it you can edit various settings of the AVG system and monitor the status of individual components. The AVGCC system tray icon is multi-colored when all components are working correctly, and turns gray if there is a problem. By clicking the icon, you can open the main the windows of AVGCC.

AVG Anti-Virus also has an Advanced Interface that gives you a nice view of the tests you can run, scheduled tasks, test results and more. This interface is more for advanced users. It takes a little while to get used to, but once you get the hang of it, you will find it logical and easy to maneuver.

Effectiveness:

The software received the ICSA 2007. AVG Anti-Virus also passed on demand and on access scanning level 1 and level 2 from West Coast Labs but did not recieve or enter the VB100%.

Updates:

Akamai servers provide free program and virus updates. AVG updates itself automatically whenever updates are available. Alternatively, you can update manually or configure AVG to download updates at a scheduled time that suits you.

Feature Set:

The Virus Vault is what most anti-virus programs call a "Quarantine" area. When the resident scanners find a virus, you can store the file in the Virus Vault until you have time to heal the file and then restore it to its original location.

AVG Anti-Virus also allows you to create an MS-DOS Rescue Disk from the Control Center.

Scheduling options include alternatives to run tasks even if the schedule is missed. The software can perform tasks even when there is no user logged onto the computer.

Ease of Installation:

This product is very easy to install-no problems.

Help/Support:

AVG Anti-Virus has great support with their online support page, Knowledge Base Search, and FAQs page. Our email inquires were answered within 36 hours. You must register to receive the support and they don't offer support via telephone.

Summary:

The biggest downside to AVG Anti-Virus is it didn't pass the West Coast Lab's level 2 test. For the price, you can find better antivirus software.