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Deborah Salmi

A tech industry expert, Deborah has been writing about online security, and educating people about the latest threats since 2009.

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Forget TV ads – clean your slow PC with a product you can trust

You’ve seen PC optimizer ads on TV, but now there's one you can really trust! Newly designed Avast Cleanup expertly cleans and optimizes your PC in minutes.

12 Aug 2016 min read

How does Avast detect new malware?

To catch the newest malware before it infects your system, Avast Antivirus uses CyberCapture technology, zero-second threat detection for unrecognized files.

10 Aug 2016 min read

Protect your online banking from hackers

Your online banking and shopping are kept safe and your activities are shielded from tracking when you use Avast's SafeZone Browser in Bank Mode.

23 Jul 2016 min read

Technology beta test: Avast Software Cleanup

Avast invites experienced users to a technology preview of Avast Software Cleanup.

20 Jul 2016 min read

Pokémon Go real-world safety guide

Pokémon Go 'trainers' risk getting minor boo boos to walking off a cliff. This guide will remind you what it's like to move around in the real world.

15 Jul 2016 min read

Windows 10 users need more protection than basic Defender

Windows 10 users need to have more antivirus protection than Defender offers. Avast runs in parallel to give you the highest level of security.

16 Jun 2016 min read

Four things to do before you go on vacation

With a bit of preparation your mobile phone, laptop, and personal data can be secure when you travel. Read our 4 tips, and don't forget the sunscreen!

15 Jun 2016 min read

Out of storage? Photo Space creates space on your iPhone

It's so frustrating to run out of space when you want to take a picture. 😬 Our new Photo Space app for iOS gives you way more space so you can keep shooting!

9 Jun 2016 min read

Do you know the social sites your tweens and teens are using?

Teenagers use many different social networks to communicate with friends and strangers. Here's a list for the adults who can't keep up.

3 Jun 2016 min read

Avast Free Antivirus is top-rated free security software

Wondering if free antivirus protection is worth it? Avast Free Antivirus has nearly 100% malware detection rates with 0 false positives. We did better than pricey premium products! WooHoo!

25 May 2016 min read

Time to change your LinkedIn password

CEOs, top execs, and everyone else on LinkedIn: Your login credentials are being bought and sold on the dark web, so it's time to change your passwords!

19 May 2016 min read