If a cyber threat manages to make its way into your computer, it is able to hide in a variety ways. Many antivirus programs can detect malware by running regular scans or real-time protection. However a boot-time scan is more thorough and will catch stealthy threats.
A boot scan is see this page a short examination of the computer system before Windows begins. This lets the program detect malware that is hidden and not disrupt normal operation. Avast’s boot scan feature offers various options to deal with threats detected during the scan. These include making the files repairable immediately or moving them to a Disease Chest or quarantine, and then deleting them.
The process of conducting a boot scan could take a while. To accelerate the process, it’s a good idea to disable any non-essential startup software and unplug external hard drives or USB devices. This will lessen the likelihood of conflict, and let the scan only to focus on internal storage. It is also a great idea to set aside some time during which you will not use your computer for any other purposes so that boot scanning can take place without interruption.
To enable a scanning feature for the boot time you must select Settings (the gear icon) in the Avast interface. Select Protection > Scan Settings and then check the Boot Time Scan option. After that, you can set the options to your preferences and click OK. The Avast Boot-Time Scan is a powerful tool to protect your computer from malicious threats and have a smoother computer environment.