I agree
most default settings are fine.
I just gave my opinion and suggestions based on the OP questions:
but mainly about the overall user experience, i.e. usability of the UI, easiness to find stuff etc.
4. What do you think about the Settings screen? And the other various setting screens accessible throughout the UI?
I find it difficult to find, review, test, and change settings where the default is not the best (for me).
i.e.
The default scheduled scan setting is not what i want.
Some people do not like the default audio alerts for definition updates.
I think it's too difficult for a new user to easily find and understand
all the settings available...
For an experienced Avast user this is probably not needed...those people have learned all this.
I'm a geek and have been using/recommending MSE for quite a while now to those i help.
It's very simple, and recommended by many tech's.
I don't mind the Avast complexity for myself, but i wonder if i should recommend it for some non-tech users i help.
I'm now using/testing Avast more because of the better AV reviews.
No disrespect intended here, and i appreciate what Avast offers.
I'm trying to figure out if i should recommend Avast over MSE for people i help remotely.
I often install an AV remotely for someone and simplifying the configuration would help me and them, and save time and bandwidth.
If my thoughts are not best for Avast, disregard them.
But, i wonder how many every day users understand the Avast interface and can use it as intended if
ALL the default settings are not the best option for that person?