* New! Genotype Detection Technology - Based on heuristics, the new Genotype technology allows Ad-Aware to stay one step ahead of today’s ever-evolving threats, as well as threats that have not yet been created.

* New! Behavior-Based Heuristics Detection - Extra Sensory Protection allows you to go a step beyond detecting known threats – the heuristics detection finds and blocks unknown and emerging threats and stops deceptive malware and cyber thieves before they attack your personal information.

* New! The Neutralizer - Lavasoft’s new advanced removal tool combats malware that attempts to restore itself even after rebooting your system.

* New! Do Not Disturb Mode - Stay protected while enjoying games or movies online – without the irritating interruptions or strain on system resources that other security software programs cause.

* New! Download Guard for Internet Explorer - Download Guard provides an additional layer of protection that lets you download files on Internet Explorer confidently.

* New! Simple Mode/Advanced Mode - We know that not all users have the same needs, so we give you the power to decide how you want to interact with Ad-Aware.

* New! Community-Driven Translations & Custom Skins - Make Ad-Aware your own. The new format of the user interface allows you to edit and upload translated text for others to use, or create your own skin.

* New! Community-Developed Plug-ins - Ad-Aware now allows developers to expand the functionality of the program by the creation of plug-ins.