Afternoon All,
There are quite a few negatives being expressed regarding the new 2014 update.
First let me say, that with Avast being the leading AV for many years, I don't think they would jeopardize their reputation by loading us with a new crappy version, after all they're in a very competitive market and a ruined reputation is something one hardly ever recovers from.
Secondly, change is constant, and most of us sometimes get stuck in a rut and feel comfortable with what we're accustomed to or are afraid of change simply because we have to learn new things in order to adapt to the change. Ok, so at first glance the new UI on the 2014 update doesn't look like the the previous version.....so what ? Does one sit around looking at a user interface all day or does one want to know that the product does what they want it to do?....after all, it's not a bling thing like a new ring or bracelet that you want to show off to your friends. Personally, I was a bit taken aback when I first saw the interface, but after exploring the program, was delighted that it still did everything I wanted. I eventually found the Site Blocking (Settings>Active Protection>Web Shield), and I reinstalled my saved settings from the previous version without having to totally reconfigure the program. I trust Avast and have upgraded both my desktops, my laptop and my son's desktop.
Just be patient and I know the Avast Team will look critically at all our comments and try to strike a compromise on all the little quirks those of you have been complaining about. .....and if you don't have patience , try fishing!
