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- Actually, it monitors files you click on, or that are started by other programs, and keeps the virus from executing, it will then automatically give you the option to repair or delete the file.
- Resident Shield is protecting the computer whenever the OS is running. It is working in the background and ensures transparent anti-virus file check during file opening, executing and optionally during file saving. Resident Shield runs automatically. If a virus is detected, Resident Shield denies opening or running of the infected file. Resident shield stores information about files it has checked elevating the need to recheck them if no modifications have been made
This is the main service of AVG Anti Virus and AVG Free Anti Virus. If you use these software you'll have to let this service run. You can avoid this by uninstalling the AVG software provided that you have an alternative Anti Virus.
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Is AVG resident shield a firewall?
No. The resident shield works in the background scanning everything you work on. Avg has a separate firewall that you have to buy.
How do you temporarily disable AVG 8.5?
* Open the AVG user interface * Double click on the 'Resident Shield' component * Uncheck 'Resident Shield Active' This will now disable AVG scanning files as they are opened, copied or saved * Remember to re-check the 'Resident Shield Active' once you have finished. atx
AVG resident shield says object is inaccessible What does that mean?
IYOGI is a scam
How do you activate resident shield in avg version 8.0?
The AVG Resident Shield normally happens right after installation, or after a program update. The resolution to fix and re-enable the Resident Shield to Active status is simple though. To resolve the issue, just to go Tools -> Advanced settings, and then click on Resident Shield in the tree menu. By default, the check box for Enable Resident Shield is ticked (enabled as active). Uncheck and unselect the Enable Resident Shield option, click Apply to temporarily unactivate the Resident Shield, and then tick the Enable Resident Shield check box again to enable it. Click Apply to make change effective, and the Resident Shield should work properly.
Why does AVG say 'resident shield driver not found'?
http://freeforum.avg.com/read.php?12,169476,backpage=,sv=
How do you empty the AVG Resident Shield Log?
Right click on the AVG icon in the task bar on your desktop and click Open AVG user interface. On the menu, of AVG, choose History, and click on virus Vault, and you can empty from that module.
How do you get AVG Resident Shield Alert window from popping up every time we log on?
Open AVG user interface...go to "tools"...go to "advanced settings"...uncheck "Display Resident Shield related tray notifications (automatic action)....reboot computer...should work...worked for me =) good luck
How do you empty the avg free version resident shield log containing 300 plus items when there is no delete option in the virus vault module?
It there is no delete option in your virus vault then you will need to reinstall AVG If you are using Windows 7, the default directory will be C:\ProgramData\AVG...\DB Delete all files in here to erase all history of detection in the Resident Shield log. AVG says this cannot be done. I just did it.
Does avg protect you in chrome without the avg toolbar?
Yes it does, as i was using firefox without the toolbar the other day and AVG bloacked the attack. AVG's Resident Shield is a powerfull tool that always monitors your computer for malicious content, if it recognizes anything, no matter what browser, it will notify you.
How to get my resident shield back active?
To reset resident shield: Re-install latest version of AVG. Choose the option to repair, this will replace lost or damaged files. When done, load latest anti-virus database.All should then be OK!... Jon. Or you could follow the instructions on the link below in Related links and restart Resident Shield without having to un-install.
How do you empty the avg free version resident shield log containing 300 plus items when the virus vault is empty and has a delete button but there is no delete option within the virus vault module to?
You need to Re-Install Avg
How do you remove the Trojan horse BackDoor generic 13 BPA if your AVG Resident Shield says it cannot be deleted or removed?
I had a Trojan Backdoor, and I removed it with Malwarebytes' AntiMalware.
