AVG AntiVirus Free 2016.7639 (Small Update 8) released

AVG has released version Small Update 8 (2016.7639) of AVG AntiVirus Free Edition 2016. This new release includes the following.
  • Implemented new program update scheduler for AV SMB edition.
  • Fixed issue with Outlook plugin not being able to remove nested attachment infection.
  • Optimization of processes for faster installation.
  • Fixed compatibility issues with VForce UTM in Online Shield and Link Scanner components.

Overview
AVG AntiVirus Free 2016 is the latest edition of the popular, free antivirus engine that offers safe surfing, searching, gaming and social networking. You'll also enjoy risk-free file exchange, secure downloading and online chatting, as well as one of the fastest scanning speeds on the market. Meanwhile, AVG's Community Protection Network shares the latest threat information with the online community to ensure everyone receives the highest form of protection possible, and AVG's Protective Cloud Technology serves as an early warning system to block new threats and reduce false positives. More details about AVG Antivirus Free 2016 can be found here.

Note: AVG AntiVirus Free Edition is only available for single computer use for home and non commercial use.

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Update History:
AVG AntiVirus Free 2016 Small Update 7 (2016.7598) includes:
  • AV products for 64-bit systems are now released in 64-bit version.
  • Faster installation due to removed support for stand-alone Link Scanner.
  • Fixed issue with possible crash while scanning online traffic.
  • "More from AVG" link has been added to the navigation in main AV dialog.
  • Fixed random crashes of 3rd party applications in library comctl32.dll.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2016 Small Update 7 (2016.7538) includes:
  • Improved scanning of non-standard http protocols in Online Shield component.
  • Faster setup reduces the time required for installation.
  • Color scheme enhancements in user interface.
  • Fixed possible crash while receiving e-mail.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2016 Small Update 4 (2016.7441) includes:
  • Performance optimization of on-access scanner filter driver.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2016 Small Update 3 (2016.7357) includes:
  • Optimization of internal processes supporting cooperation with Windows 10.
  • Implemented minor setup arrangements and enhancements for smoother installation.
  • Removal of boot accelerator notifications.
  • Fixed issue with threat accessibility in Virus Vault after AVG uninstall and re-install.
  • Optimization of language selection in the installation process.
  • New information added into the About dialog.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2016 Small Update 2 (2016.7294) includes:
  • Implemented AVG Outlook plugin support for Office 2016.
  • Fixed issue with an occasional crash during avgns process initialization.
  • Fixed issue with MS Excel crash after sending XLS document via Outlook.
  • Email Scanner's warning about encrypted traffic is displayed only once per an email client run.
  • Better Windows Safe Mode Scan dialog with the new "Quick scan" option.
  • Fixed issue with memory use in IDP agent.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2016 Small Update 1 (2016.7227) includes:
  • Fixed issue with overflowing texts in user interface.
  • Fixed issue with an empty Event History list - it provides the full overview of events now.
  • Implemented better support of Teredo tunnelling.
  • Fixed incompatibility between Firewall and Windows Insider builds.
  • Fixed possible XSS vulnerability in detection and history dialogs.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Hotfix 9 (2015.6173) includes:
  • Fixed incompatibility between Firewall and Windows Insider builds.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Small Update 8 (2015.6140) includes:
  • Text arrangements in user interface for Antivirus and E-mail Scanner components.
  • Enhancement of network driver functionality in Firewall component.
  • Fixed issue of E-mail Scanner with specific custom servers settings blocking receiving e-mails.
  • Fixed issue of Anti-Rootkit compatibility with Windows 10.
  • Improved Online Shield's performance over well known SSL/TLS servers.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Small Update 7 (2015.6122) includes:
  • In the advanced settings (Exceptions), a new combination of options for adding an exception was appended that applies to Identity Protection component.
  • Fixed issue with multiplication of emails when using IMAP protocol.
  • The section "System information" was removed from the Support dialog / Product tab.
  • Fixed issue of Identity Protection compatibility with some third party applications.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Small Update 6 (2015.6081) includes:
  • Fixed issue with BSOD caused by avgwfp driver during large file downloads.
  • Minor text arrangements in localized versions (Danish and Italian UI).

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Hot Fix 6 includes:
  • Fixed issue with incorrect update from older AVG versions (8 or 9) to AVG 2015.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Hot Fix 5 includes:
  • Firewall supports Windows 10, and all upgrades from previous Windows versions to Windows 10.
  • Minor text arrangements in UI dialogs.
  • Fixed issue with Online Shield scanning blocking access certificate for www.unipass.co.uk.
  • Fixed issue with Firewall blocking internet access when Banco do Brasil software (WinDivert) is installed.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Small Update 4 includes:
  • Notification service push updates have been postponed after computer start so as not to interfere with the operating system start.
  • Minor text arrangements in the user interface.
  • Fixed issue with Online Shield/LinkScanner blocking print jobs on Ricoh printers.
  • Implemented new generation of system tray notifications.
  • Fixed issue with setup freeze during the process of reinstallation or update to newer version.
  • Fixed issue with computer memory depletion over a period of several days.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Hot Fix 4 includes:
  • Fixed issue with Online Shield / LinkScanner blocking print jobs on Ricoh printers.
  • Fixed security vulnerability in IDP driver.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Small Update 3 includes:
  • Fixed possbile issue with dead-lock in IDP service preventing processes to be scanned.
  • Improved removal of some malware variants.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Hot Fix 3 includes:
  • Fixed issue with memory leak in Online Shield.

AVG AntiVirus Free 2015 Small Update 2 includes:
  • Improved compatibility in Firewall driver.
  • Support for eDane application was added into Firewall.
  • Fixed possible problem with corrupted uploads.
  • Fixed compatibility issue with third party TDI drivers.
  • Updated file fiter now detects also MS Office 2010 files with four-letter extensions.
  • Fixed possible issue with BSOD while accessing https sites in your browser with encrypted network traffic scanning on.

Reference:
AVG Release Notes

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