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Avast Antivirus Home Edition

Alwil Avast Antivirus Home Edition provides solid antimalware protection and a good set of features, but its outdated interface needs a makeover

Erik Larkin

PC World (US online)

31/08/09

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Avast Antivirus Home Edition

Alwil Avast Antivirus Home Edition provides solid antimalware protection and a good set of features, but its outdated interface needs a makeover

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