This evening I was prompted to update to the latest version of Avast, 17.8.2328 (build 17.8.3705.0). After restarting I noticed it changed the Sensitivity setting I tweak in File Shield and Web Shield (I don't use Mail Shield). In both cases "Scan for PUPs" was unchecked. I always check this for extra protection. Also, the Automatically Apply action chosen for various scans, is no longer set.
In addition, it added Cleanup and Game Mode, which I specifically do not install, and which were not previously installed. I have had too many issues with Cleanup (and Browser Cleanup) and do not use my computer for games. When I went back to modify the installation, I noticed there were TWO Cleanup options listed (one above the other), in the last section along with Game Mode.
I suppose this is mostly an FYI post. But it is pretty annoying---and it's an issue that has occurred several times in the past with updates. I maintain many computers (easily 100+), and advise my clients to use Avast. Some use the Free version, but many update to the Internet Security---or even a higher level. I know what options were installed, in most cases, because I installed the program. But when revisiting, I often find their setting (including scheduled scans) have changed. In most cases I'm fairly certain they didn't change them. The most annoying of these changes, is when their search engine has been changed to Yahoo Avast (really?) and their weekly schedule scan has disappeared along with the automatic action on what to do when something is found.
So, there you have it. I appreciate a response. Thank you, in advance.