- 1). Right-click on the Avast! icon in the lower right side of your taskbar. Click on "Update" and then "Engine and virus definitions." This opens the Avast! user interface and checks for the latest engine and virus definition updates.
- 2). Click on the "Update Program" button after Avast! checks (and downloads, if applicable) any engine and virus definitions. Allow the program to check and download any updates.
- 3). Select "Settings" and then "Updates" to set the program to complete automatic updates, to ensure your Avast! program includes the newest updates at all times.
- 4). Place a check mark next to "Automatic update" under "Engines and Virus Definitions." If you would like to change the settings for the Avast! program updates, do the same under "Program." Click "OK" and then close the Avast! user interface.
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