So, it looks like Google has issued a new Chrome beta that fixes the issue. At least, that is what one person mentions in the thread. I think I saw that in another thread here as well. If they do have a new version that can alleviate the crashing with the latest Avast! Internet Security, I will be very happy. Even the latest AIS beta is crashing and becoming sluggish with Chrome for me. Maybe I will find that Chrome beta and try it out.