The genuine AvastSvc.exe file is a software component of Avast Free Antivirus by AVAST.
Avast Free Antivirus is a freeware security program that protects computers against malware, viruses, trojans and computer worms. AvastSvc.exe is a core process that runs the Avast Free Antivirus. This is not an essential Windows process and can be disabled if known to create problems.
Avast Free Antivirus is a freeware security solution available only for non-commercial or home use. The program offers an antivirus program with antispyware, antiphishing, anti-malware, automatic updates, HTTPS scanning, a Home Network Security scanner, DeepScreen, and much more. The program is available for the Microsoft Windows, Mac OS and Android platforms.
AVAST Software is a Czech company that develops Internet security software products. The company was originally founded as ALWIL Software by Pavel Baudiš and Eduard Kučera in 1988 after they had tackled the Vienna virus. Avast Antivirus is currently one of the most popular and top-rated security applications available on the market. AVAST Software is based in Prague, Czech Republic.
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