Ad-aware has been one of the most popular anti-spyware software for a long time now, especially Ad-Aware Free, the free version is a hot favorite amongst the masses. As with the Free version, Ad-Aware Plus also scans for spyware, in addition to viruses. In addition, it now includes the powerful Avira antivirus engine, and a complete rootkit detection and removal system, for maximum protection against the widest possible range of threats.
It gives you the power to: Stay secure with real-time protection against the latest cyber threats, including viruses, spyware, password stealers, keyloggers, Trojans, dialers, and other potential identity thieves. Version 8.2 adds real-time file protection, genotype detection, behavior-based heuristics detection, e-mail scanner, rootkit removal: level 2 advanced, the neutralizer, download guard for Internet Explorer, simple mode/advanced mode, custom skins and community-driven translations.
Ad-Aware Plus Features
- Complete Malware Protection, Including Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware
- Ad-Watch Live! Advanced Real-time Protection
- Genotype Detection Technology
- Behavior-Based Heuristics Detection
- Advanced Level Rootkit Removal System
- The Neutralizer Malware Removal Tool
- Minimal Strain on System Resources
- Download Guard for Internet Explorer
- E-mail Scanner
- Customizable Profile Scans
- Pin-Point Scanning
- Automatic Pulse Updates & Free Technical Support
- Full Integration with Windows Security Center
Ad-Aware Plus 8.2 – Free Download for 24 hours
According to our friends at 4Free,
From midday GMT, Friday 26th of March 2010 through to midday GMT, Saturday 27th of March 2010, we’re giving you the chance to download the full current version of Lavasoft’s Ad-Aware Plus v8.2, along with a years worth of updates. This commercial anti-spyware and anti-virus tool would normally cost $26.95, but it’s yours, for free.
Keep a tab on V3 Downloads link between Friday and Saturday to download Ad-aware Plus for free!
Update: Download page
Note that you need to open an account and to be logged in, if you want to see the download link.
The serial code is built-in to the software. You only need to activate within the 24 hour period whilst the promotion is available. Please activate during the period of this promotion. The promotion runs between midday GMT Friday 26 March through to midday GMT Saturday 27 March..