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Certified security for Windows and Mac

AV-TEST awards high marks to Avast Free Antivirus and Avast Security for Mac.

19 Feb 2018 min read

Two true — and telling — tales about cryptomining from this week

Two stories this week raise critical points to discuss and some big questions to ask about cryptomining.

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What is a VPN and how does it work? Your Essential Guide.

Everything you always wanted to know about Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) but were afraid to ask.

16 Feb 2018 min read

Avast Android App Report reveals: These apps crush your phone’s battery

Our new Android App Report explains what your favorite apps are doing to your smartphone’s performance.

13 Feb 2018 min read

Password leak on the dark web: 7 tips to strengthen your password security

Avoid the most common password mistakes to protect your personal information

13 Feb 2018 min read

Worried about net neutrality? Consider a VPN.

The repeal of net neutrality laws gives your ISP more control over your internet. A good VPN will help you take that control back.

12 Feb 2018 min read

3 unique and unusual Valentine’s gift ideas to make digital hearts sing

Step up the romance this year with three innovative gift ideas.

10 Feb 2018 min read

4 tips for parents of the smartphone generation

Keep your kids safe and healthy with these digital world life lessons.

9 Feb 2018 min read

Avast earns “Top Rated Product for 2017” award from AV-Comparatives

Avast Free Antivirus also received five Advanced+ awards from the independent testing organization.

7 Feb 2018 min read

Kids online – how can I protect my family?

Tips and recommendations to help parents keep their children safe online

6 Feb 2018 min read

Protect yourself from cryptojacking

Is your computer secretly being used for cryptomining?

3 Feb 2018 min read

Botnet at large: Avast blocks Smominru miner

The cryptominer botnet attacked over half a million Windows servers and computers so far...but that number is growing.

2 Feb 2018 min read

2018 Resolution: Keep Your Tech, and Yourself, Up to Date

Keeping up to date on technology will contribute to your security and privacy online

1 Feb 2018 min read

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Certified security for Windows and Mac

Two true — and telling — tales about cryptomining from this week

What is a VPN and how does it work? Your Essential Guide.

Avast Android App Report reveals: These apps crush your phone’s battery

Password leak on the dark web: 7 tips to strengthen your password security

Worried about net neutrality? Consider a VPN.

3 unique and unusual Valentine’s gift ideas to make digital hearts sing

4 tips for parents of the smartphone generation

Avast earns “Top Rated Product for 2017” award from AV-Comparatives

Kids online – how can I protect my family?

Protect yourself from cryptojacking

Botnet at large: Avast blocks Smominru miner

2018 Resolution: Keep Your Tech, and Yourself, Up to Date

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