Mr. Nyby,
I am not offended in any way, and I appreciate you taking the time to post a reply. As I have not read nor heard of this, I would love to here what you have to say. Although I have been using computers for a very long time, I will admit that I spent too much time surfing and not near enough time in learning how to keep them safe and running.
Thank you, Michael Byerly
Hi Michael.
Please note that CCleaner is not an antivirus software. It is a small utility for computers running Microsoft Windows that cleans out the 'junk' that accumulates over time: temporary files, broken shortcuts, and other problems. It can clean unneeded files from various programs saving you hard disk space, remove unneeded entries in the Windows Registry, help you uninstall software and select which programs start with Windows.
I see that you have an active subscription for AVG TuneUp which is a PC maintenance tool from AVG. If you have AVG TuneUp installed on your PC, you need not install CCleaner.
This lack of editing ability here is frustrating because I am too old and make too many mistakes. Yes, I am referring to my magic new spelling of 'professional' up there in the last sentence.
AND I felt sort of like I left that hanging, Mr. Byerly, and that wasn't polite of me.
First of all, I was not referring to the malware trouble CCleaner had a few years ago.
I am simply indicating that you have a fine tool in your Windows software that will do just fine at cleaning things up and many feel that Microsoft improved it in Windows 10.
If you indicate that you'd like me to explain in more detail I will be happy to do so, at your request.
I'll wait to see if you make that request, because this whole line of thinking/posting by me may actually be irritating to you, and I don't want to be impolite.
Does AVG consider CCleaner a third party Antivirus Program? I have CCleaner Pro, and I've had it a long time. I really don't want to Uninstall it. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
My apologies for taking so long to respond, Mr. Byerly.
I actually started a draft and then realized that as nobody around here has any idea why I should be trusted on this matter, or anything else; I tossed the draft.
What would be much better would be if I were to point you to an individual that might appear more credible than myself.
Mr. Ryan Dube on January 30th of last year.
Ryan has been writing how-to and other technology-based articles online since 2007. He has a BSc degree in Electrical Engineering and he's worked 13 years in automation engineering, 5 years in IT, and now is an Apps Engineer.
And I won't make that address below a hot link, Mr. Byerly, so there is less chance it will be frowned upon that I am providing that link on this platform in this post. I am not connected with Mr. Dube in any way and am not doing this to promote his work or his site, if that is his site.
Why You Shouldn’t Download CCleaner for Windows Anymore
And to quote just a couple sentences:
CCleaner has been a mainstay for protecting Windows computers for many years. It was created at a time when Microsoft Windows lacked many built-in protections and features, so CCleaner filled those gaps.
Today, those gaps are gone, and many people who install CCleaner could be doing their computer more harm than good.
Today, those gaps are gone, and many people who install CCleaner could be doing their computer more harm than good.
Maybe another address would be a good idea, so folks might be able to see if they want to trust the information Mr. Dube is providing people. https://helpdeskgeek.com/about/
If you have any questions, Mr. Byerly, please go right ahead and ask.
I'm trying to make some changes for the better around here, so I won't soon be going away. Of course, many people think I am a bloody fool for caring and trying to change things. I've become quite the joke in some commnuities. Maybe even here.
Mr. Nyby,
I am not offended in any way, and I appreciate you taking the time to post a reply. As I have not read nor heard of this, I would love to here what you have to say. Although I have been using computers for a very long time, I will admit that I spent too much time surfing and not near enough time in learning how to keep them safe and running.
Thank you, Michael Byerly
You are most welcome, Michael.
Mr. Byerly, the opinion of most professionals is that those types of cleaning tools are not a good idea.
I am not sure if the Avast management would allow me to place any links here to those who write about this subject of the danger of such cleaning tools, but you can use a search tool to find the necessary articles.
Just thought it might be a good idea to pass that along when I saw your thread. Meaning, I don't go around slamming those cleaning tools all day long, all over the Net. Just common knowledge with those that work in some professaional capacity on the Net.
Thank you for answering, and explaining this to me. You guys are great!