[October 10, 2018] |
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AVG 2019 Release Delivers Advanced Privacy and Convenience for Consumers and Families Globally
AVG Online Security Software today announced AVG 2019, the latest
release of its free and premium flagship consumer security product. AVG
customers can now tailor new features for themselves and family members
that include additional privacy protection, improved automatic threat
detection using the latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, and
reduced notifications from other apps and programs when using full
screen mode.
Stronger privacy protection
One of the new privacy features in AVG 2019 is Sensitive Data Shield,
which allows premium users to safeguard personal data they may have
stored on devices in the home with an extra layer of protection, from
unwanted snoops or cybercriminals. Sensitive Data Shield identifies
files that contain sensitive information about them and their family,
such as employment records, health records, and travel tickets, and then
offers users the option to protect these files by blocking or
"shielding" both unauthorized software (malware), and people from
accessing and making changes to those files.
To avoid awkward situations while presenting at work, or to ensure the
kids aren't disturbed when gaming online, the new free Do Not Disturb
Mode disables notifications from appearing when a program is in full
screen mode. Do Not Disturb blocks notifications from Windows, browsers
and more, so people can either focus entirely on their gaming experience
or be reassured that audiences will only view the presentation they are
supposed to see.
AI-based detection of phishing threats
AVG 2019 uses AI to better detect phishing websites, a growing threat
for consumers using online services like banking and shopping. This next
generation technology comes for fre, and automatically checks a site's
URL for suspicious tokens, domain meta information, and inspects the
visual aspects of sites. This happens automatically, so there is nothing
to setup or customize. In 99% of cases, it can recognize a phishing site
within less than ten seconds and quickly create a detection to protect
AVG users from phishing scams.
"With AVG 2019, we have focused on enhancing the experience and
expectations of our customers and their families, and particularly
addressed the key concern of personal privacy," said Ondrej Vlcek, EVP
and CTO at Avast and AVG. "Privacy has many dimensions and can be
invaded in different ways, whether it be a sensitive message popping up
on a presenter's screen during business meeting, or unauthorized access
to personal data in an attack by cybercriminals. Additionally, the
latest phishing techniques can make attacks feel very personalized and
our aim is to make our users and their families feel safer and have
greater peace of mind whenever they are online."
All AVG 2019 products include real-time protection from viruses,
spyware, ransomware, rootkits, Trojans and other malware. Users are
protected from unsafe links, downloads and email attachments, as well as
from dangerous websites, links and downloads.
AVG Internet Security users also get an extra layer of Ransomware
Protection, keeping them safe from more advanced ransomware, and from
spies, with WebCam Protection. Also included in the AVG Internet
Security version are four additional features:
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Hacker Protection, preventing cybercriminals from accessing the
families' private files, photos, and passwords
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Private Data Protection, giving users the option to encrypt private
photos or shred unwanted files
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Payment Protection, for secure browsing, banking and shopping
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Secure DNS, ensuring the user is not redirected to fake websites when
performing sensitive actions online, like shopping or banking.
AVG 2019, including AVG AntiVirus FREE, and AVG Internet Security are
immediately available to all current AVG users and can also be
downloaded by new users at www.avg.com.
About AVG
AVG is a leading provider of software security products for families and
individuals who want carefree connected living. AVG's award-winning
consumer portfolio includes internet security, performance optimization,
location services, data controls and insights, and privacy and identity
protection, for PCs and mobile devices. For more information, visit www.avg.com.

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