Bitdefender Antivirus Plus 2013 Review
by LAPTOP Contributor on July 9, 2012
Pros: Scores well in tests by independent security software labs; Monitors privacy settings on Facebook and Twitter; Detects and scans CDs DVDs and USB drives; Secure gamer mode; 24-7 support; Free credit monitoring service included
Cons: Bitdefender brand is not as well known as it should be.
The Verdict: This antivirus software provides the best malware protection available.
Bitdefender's mantra is "Awake," and they strive to create internet security software that is constantly aware and on guard against malware attempting to exploit your PC or pillage your personal information. Antivirus software's number one task is to provide protection, and Bitdefender has that task mastered according to third-party test labs such as AV-Test and AV-Comparatives.
Beyond dependable virus detection, Bitdefender Antivirus Pro 2013 also provides tools that protect you no matter how you use your computer. Bitdefender can guard all entrances into your PC, including data transfers from an external drive, from a disc, via a network connection, through peer-to-peer transfers and by email. If you like to explore online unencumbered and a bit on the dangerous side, it has a virtualized browser that provides a safe environment separate from your computer to protect your PC from problematic sites. This antivirus software can even protect you from accidentally spreading malicious links to your friends by scanning links before you post them to Facebook or Twitter.
This antivirus software protects your personal information. Sometimes phishing efforts attempt to trick you into sharing your personal data, or other times malware attempts to extract your personal information. Bitdefender has technologies in place to guard against data leaks. It has a personal filter that can be configured to block specific information from being shared without your permission. This is especially useful if you have children also using your computer since it will block them from sharing sensitive information such as your telephone numbers and street address. This internet security software also actively combats phishing efforts that attempt to trick you into sharing your usernames, passwords or credit card numbers. Another level of personal protection is chat encryption that will encrypt your chat conversation on Yahoo Messenger. Bitdefender opens a secure browser whenever it detects that you are banking or shopping online.
Bitdefender includes a technology called Auto Pilot that can make security decisions for you. So once you install the software and adjust the settings initially it will not bother you again. However, if you are the type that likes to tweak and customize your security software you can do this with Bitdefender too. With this software, you can create customized scans, white lists, notification rules and action rules. You can also manage your PCIs, password protect your settings and run vulnerability scans. Should you encounter malware that alters your system you can run the security software in rescue mode. Rescue mode reboots your PC in a safe environment to carry about repair and restoration processes.
Bitdefender Antivirus 2013 is always awake, so you can relax and click what you want, enjoy social media and transfer data from external devices worry-free. Its Auto Pilot technology can protect your PC and personal information independently, or you can configure the software to react exactly how you want. Bitdefender continues to evolve to combat resourceful emergent threats and now has over 400 million users contributing to create the best antivirus software.
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