Verdict: 4/5 Stars – A feature-rich heavyweight that stops threats cold, but demands patience during setup.
This feature alone justifies the premium price. Even if malware gains admin rights, Avast blocks any unauthorized process from modifying your Documents, Pictures, or custom-selected folders. I tested this by trying to save an encrypted test file—denied instantly. Avast Premium Security v23.9.6082 -build 23.9.8...
Unlike the basic Windows firewall, Avast’s component monitors both incoming and outgoing traffic. It flagged three legitimate apps (a game launcher, a VPN client, and a system updater) trying to “phone home” to suspicious IPs. You have full control to block or allow per application. Verdict: 4/5 Stars – A feature-rich heavyweight that