BitDefender Internet Security Suite

BitDefender Internet Security Suite covers all the security needs of an Internet-connected family. It provides comprehensive protection against viruses, spyware, spam, scams, phishing attempts, intruders and objectionable Web content.

BitDefender’s antivirus, the original part of the suite, gets top marks from the independent labs. BitDefender Antivirus uses robust scan engines certified by ICSA Labs, Virus Bulletin, Checkmark, Che ckVir and TÜV .

Features avail able in the new version of BitDefender Internet Security include:

1. Web Scanning:– Web traffic is now filtered in real-time even before reaching your browser, providing a safe and enjoyable web experience.
2. Anti-rootkit module:– detects and removes rootkits, which can secretly control a user’s computer,
3. Port Scan Detection:– The BitDefender firewall module is now able to automatically detect and block port scans.
4. Privacy Guard:– monitors HTTP (web) and SMTP (mail) traffic to ensure outsiders can not illegally access personal information, such as credit card and Social Security informati on.
5. Web Keyword Filtering:– allows users to explicitly block all web pages which contain specific words or phrases
6. Peer-2-Peer and IM Applications Protection:- Filters against viruses that spread via instant messaging and file sharing software applications.
7. Anti-Phishing:- BitDefender’s new phishi ng detector keeps your computer clear of malicious e-mails trying to trick you into giving away your bank account information or other sensitive data.
8. Full E-mail Protection:- BitDefender runs on the POP3/SMTP protocol level, filtering incoming and outgoing e-mail messages, regardless of the e-mail client used (OutlookTM, Outlook ExpressTM, The Bat!TM, Netscape®, etc.), without any additional configuration.

Additional enhancements made to BitDefender Internet Security include improved Internet application control, adaptive filtering, heuristic web filtering, as well as a set-up wizard that simplifies installation.

BitDefender’s after sales support is commendable. Hourly updates are available and 24-hour support is included. Home users are entitled to use two copies of the software.

BitDefender Internet Security Suite v10 covers all the security needs of an Internet-connected family.

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