Q: Why is my laptop running slow after I uninstalled Avast?

Web Shield helps protect system from threats that one encounters while browsing the web by actively scanning data that is transferred to prevent malware from being downloaded and run on your PC.

Yes, Avast can remove ransomware from an infected system. Avast offers a variety of tools to help protect against and remove ransomware, that includes:

• Avast One
• Avast Premium Security
• Ransomware Shield
• Free ransomware decryption tools.

To get rid of an Avast secure browser, follow the steps given below:

• Navigate to Programs and Features after opening the Control Panel
• Locate Avast Secure Browser by looking through the installed program list
• After selecting it, select Uninstall
• When prompted, select whether to erase browsing data by following the prompts
• If necessary, restart your computer.

Avast is a really good ransomware removal tool. It has a number of safeguards that guard against ransomware attacks, including:

• Prevents sensitive files from being encrypted or modified by unwanted software
• Real-time protection identifies and prevents ransomware attacks before they have a chance to do any damage
• Stops potentially harmful activities that mimic ransomware behavior and keeps an eye out for suspicious activity in programs
• Frequent updates make sure Avast is aware of and protected against the most recent ransomware threats.

To disable Avast, follow the steps given below:

• Right-click the Avast icon in the System Tray. This is located in the lower-right corner of the desktop
• Select the Avast shields control option
• Disable Avast
• Select Yes if you are asked to confirm this selection
• Confirm your choice by opening Avast user interface.