However, outside of these scans, AVG didn't create enough slowdown to become too much of a distraction. It got to the point that I scheduled scans during time when I didn't need to be online. It was difficult to send email or simply navigate the web because the buffering and lag was so significant.
The other problem I found during testing was how AVG caused my computers to run super slow during system and virus scans. However, AVG did miss five percent of these threats, much more than any of the paid antivirus programs tested and several times more than Kaspersky's free program During my inhouse tests of AVG AntiVirus Free, most of the over 300 live samples were stopped once the download was complete and the threat moved to the quarantine folder. Instead it monitors your computer and gathers up threats that are loose. This means it doesn't stop malware as it's downloading very well, if at all. One of the biggest drawbacks of AVG's free program is it doesn't have real-time protection. We recommend Kaspersky because of its real-time protection.
Even though they are displayed on the dashboard, you can't access them without paying for the upgrade.
AVG's paid program also has additional features. Using this scanner helps reduce the probability of a ransomware attack. It gives you suggestions on how to fix these issues if it can't fix them automatically. On top of malware protection, AVG does include a system scanner that looks for weak points in your system, like cookies, adware, outdated software programs, and weak passwords. During those moments when your primary antivirus isn't cutting it, AVG knows to step up and become the primary program. Just about anything that slips past your first antivirus program will be scooped up by AVG. AVG knows to take a back seat and cover any gaps in your primary security software, offering a second layer of protection. The biggest bonus of using AVG is that is will work in tandem with other antivirus programs, including Windows Defender. Purchasing a paid subscription to any of Kaspersky's antivirus programs gives you unlimited access to its VPN. This hides your IP address and keeps trackers from seeing your online browser history, making it more difficult to create targeted ads or track you with cookies. With this free security program you also have limited access to Kaspersky's VPN.
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