Windows 8 support timeline?

system · 2015-06-27T12:35:17.000Z

Any idea when GrimeFighter will be able to support Windows 8?

I scanned for viruses in a Windows 8 machine using the free Avast software, and was curious about sluggishness, so I clicked on the GrimeFighter section. It scanned and told me buy to fix, with no reference to it not being compatible with Windows 8. I bought it and ran a boot-time scan. It said there was either an encrypted drive or no installed version of Windows. I am thinking that’s because it does not yet support Windows 8, so I was curious if there is a timeline for that support. I would just as soon keep the product, but only if it’s going to start working soon within my 12 month subscription period.

Eddy · 2015-06-27T13:31:39.000Z

It already supports Windows 8.1

system · 2015-06-28T11:00:57.000Z

Why does the website indicate it doesn’t then? And, if it does, what would cause the program to not recognize a Windows installation on two different Windows 8 PCs?

Asyn · 2015-06-28T11:07:28.000Z

Excerpt from the FAQ: [i]Your system must meet the following system requirements to run Avast GrimeFighter:

Windows 8.1 except RT and Starter Edition (32 or 64-bit); Windows 8 except RT and Starter Edition (32 or 64-bit); Windows 7 SP1 or higher, any Edition (32 or 64-bit); Windows Vista SP2 or higher, except Starter Edition (32 or 64-bit); Windows XP SP2 or higher, any Edition.
Permanent Internet connection (computer connection via LAN cable is strongly recommended).
512 MB RAM or above.
256 MB minimum hard disk free space.

Avast GrimeFighter does not run on any Apple Mac OS, or any other which isn’t specified as supported.[/i]

schmidthouse · 2015-06-28T14:52:46.000Z

Nice clarification for the OP and other users.
Thanks Asyn.

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