Hello,
I had previously read on the forums that it’s better not to run Ad Aware in combination with Avast since they both have anti-virus engines and can interfere with each other.
I am only running Ad Aware manually now and then and never at the same time as Avast. Is this still a potential problem?
Thanks!
Windows 7 64 bit, 6GB ram, Avast IS, firefox with adblock
Hey and warm welcome
It can cause problem but not necessary ( I won’t go into details why). Just uninstall Adware so that you prevent damage from happening 
Regards,
Tenko
Ok, thanks for the advice.
Should I install Malwarebytes instead?
Malwarebytes is the best program to run with avast, no conflict’s with the free or pro MBAM.
Great! Thanks for the fast response.
Which would you recommend running with Avast IS: The free version or full version of MBAM?
If you dont mind paying for the life time license of $25 pro is the way to go, you get auto update and scanning plus the website blocking in the pro version.
If you only want the free you just have to update it manually before you scan.
Thanks Craig! I will get the pro version.
Hi Zalynia, and welcome to the forum! You can download MBAM from http://filehippo.com/download_malwarebytes_anti_malware/ Another good download is Super Anti- Spyware http://filehippo.com/download_superantispyware/ If you are lookin for a good cleaner I recommend CCleaner http://filehippo.com/download_ccleaner/ Get the slim version of CCleaner. I wish you all the best.
And I agree with everyone else concerning Ad-Aware it’s just not as good a avast.
Thanks Para-noid for the advice and the welcome. This is an exceptionally nice and attentive community. All the best to you as well!
Hows the MBAM running ?now that now your running avast and mbam you can disable windows defender , its not really needed, thats if you haven’t already
MBAM is running great; now I feel really set with Avast Internet Security and MBAM Pro. Will disable windows defender. Thanks Craig!
Your welcome