WTD: Free Anti-Virus Software...

> i think it's clear from the number of people who have said it doesn't
> require a reboot that it does in fact not require a reboot...

Yes, thanks, I gathered that, and if you'll refer back to my previous post
on this thread, you'll see I've already acknowledged that. It's in the post
you've replied to!

"Obviously something is wrong, which is why I posted in the first place...."

....which was a reply to Gregg's and Beauregard's, Dale's and madmax's posts
saying that it doesn't need a reboot!

> your particular installation of avast may require a reboot... as this
> is abnormal, you might want to try contacting their support department...

Already been suggested, and something I intend on doing.

Dave