I always install it along with Web and Standard shield, but I've never really understood what it does. Is it kind of like a very basic software firewall?
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http://www.avast.com/eng/whats_new_in_avast_v.html#2
It just analyses network packages - I'd say its less than a firewall but more than nothing. -
Yeah I've read that, but not really sure what they mean by it analyses network traffic. How is that data distinct from what's already scanned by the other shields?
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The actual contents of the network package - like opening a parcel in a mail and checking contents. -
Take a look at this thread; http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=43834.0
In particular, "with the latest version of avast, the Network Shield also blocks access to known malicious sites".
What does the avast! network shield do?
Discussion in 'Security and Anti-Virus Software' started by nemt, Dec 17, 2009.