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| Bitdefender Total Security 2009 2Yr/3Pc | 
 enlarge | From: Bitdefender, LLC
Category: Software
List Price: $79.95
Buy New: $29.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  41 reviews
Sales Rank: 50
Format: Cd-rom
Platforms: Windows Vista, Windows Xp, Windows 2000
Media: CD-ROM
Edition: 2Yr/3Pc
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0.1 x 0
MPN: MB11052003ENM2
Model: MB11052003EN-M2
UPC: 891480001140
EAN: 0891480001140
ASIN: B001C31P4Y
Release Date: August 15, 2008
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Shop, bank, listen, watch privately and securely | | • | Blocks attempted identity theft (phishing) | | • | Prevents personal information from leaking via e-mail, web or instant messaging | | • | Guard your conversations with top-of-the line encryption | | • | File Vault securely stores personal information or sensitive files |
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Product Description
Combines Superior Proactive Protection from e-Threats with Backup and PC Tune-up for the Ultimate in Security that won't slow you down. BitDefender Total Security 2009 provides comprehensive proactive protection against all Internet security threats, along with system maintenance and backup, without slowing down your PCs. Confidently download, share, and open files from friends, family, co-workers and even total strangers. Scans all web, e-mail and instant messaging traffic for viruses and spyware in real-time. Proactively protects against new virus outbreaks using advanced heuristics. Manage the security of your home network from a single location. BitDefender software from other computers in the network can be remotely configured, while tasks such as scans, backups, tune-ups, and updates can be run on-demand or scheduled to run during off-hours. Hourly updates ensure that you are protected against the latest threats without pushing a button. Lost program files are not a problem either. In the rare event of file damage due to PC problems, BitDefender automatically repairs and updates itself. Backs up files and folders locally Provides secure on-line storage Connect securely to any network at home, in the office or away Automatically modifies firewall protection settings to suit location Wi-Fi monitor helps prevent unauthorized access to your Wi-Fi network Blocks access to inappropriate websites and e-mail Schedules and limits kids' access to Internet and to applications Reduces the system load and avoids requesting user interaction during games Get fine-tuned performance from your computer Removes unnecessary duplicates of files and registry entries Irrecoverably erases unwanted files and traces of files System Requirements - Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (32/64 bit) or higher, 800-MHz or higher processor, 512MB RAM, 300MB free space, Internet Explorer 6.0 (or higher), and. NET Framework 1.
Amazon.com
BitDefender Total Security 2009 Family Edition provides 3 PCs 2 full years of advanced protection against viruses, spyware, hackers, spam and other e-threats... without slowing them down! It's our most complete security offering and includes: online and local backup, to safeguard your important data against hardware failure or theft; firewall; IM Encryption, to keep your private communications private; File Vault, to secure and encrypt your personal documents; Parental Control, to limit Web access; system maintenance tools, to keep your PC humming along; and more!  Provides 3 PCs 2 full years of advanced protection against viruses, spyware, hackers, spam and other e-threats... without slowing them down. Click to enlarge. |  Scans all Web, e-mail and instant messaging traffic in real-time. Click to enlarge. |  2GB of encrypted storage to safeguard your files from fire, theft and computer crashes. Click to enlarge. |  System maintenance tools to maximize system performance. Click to enlarge. |  Easily manage the security of your network from one PC. Click to enlarge. | Securely download music, movies, and files from the Web, friends, and family
- Scans and removes viruses and spyware
- Scans all Web, e-mail and instant messaging traffic in real-time
- Proactively protects against new virus outbreaks using advanced heuristics
Protect your identity: shop, bank, listen, and watch... privately and securely
- Blocks attempted identity theft (phishing)
- Prevents personal information from leaking via e-mail, Web or Instant Messaging
Eliminate the worry of your financial records, taxes and personal documents falling into the wrong hands
- File Vault (New)--encrypts and secures your personal and sensitive files
Maximize secure system performance
- Uses minimal system resources
- Laptop Mode (New)--gives you more power when on the go by automatically postponing battery draining actions such as scheduled scans, backups and tune-ups
- Removes unnecessary duplicates of files and registry entries
- Irrecoverably erases unwanted files and "traces" of files
Online Backup
- Backs up your important files to a secure website
- 2GB of encrypted storage to safeguard your files from fire, theft and computer crashes
- Allows you to share your online files with family, friends and colleagues
Guard your files and conversations with top-of-the-line encryption and backup
- Instant Messaging Encryption (New)--stops eavesdroppers from snooping in on your personal communications
Connect securely to any network at home, in the office, or on the road
- Automatically modifies firewall protection settings to suit location
- Wi-Fi monitor helps prevent unauthorized access to your Wi-Fi network
Parental Controls
- Blocks access to inappropriate websites and e-mail
- Schedules and limits kids' access to Internet and to applications
Gamer Mode
- Reduces the system load and postpones updates, allowing for secure gaming at top speed
Be in control, stay in control
- Network Security Management (New)--allows you to manage the security of your entire home network from one PC
- Use the dashboard to fix security issues with just one click
- Automatically decides best security actions to take
Let our professionals assist you with your security issues
- Free technical phone support, 24/7
Features / Benefits New--Family network protection
Manage the security of your home network from a single location. BitDefender software from other computers in the network can be remotely configured, while tasks such as scans, backups tune-ups and updates can be run on-demand or scheduled to run during off-hours. Hassle--Free Hourly Updates
Hourly updates ensure that you are protected against the latest threats without pushing a button. Lost program files are not a problem either. In the rare event of file damage due to PC problems, BitDefender automatically repairs and updates itself. FREE 24/7 Support
Got a question? Our security experts are available to help you 24/7 via phone, email or chat at no additional cost. 
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| Customer Reviews: Read 36 more reviews...
Very good, but other options exist... November 27, 2008
Now there are several detailed reviews already exist here. I just wanted to give concise review with possible alternative.
1. The software generally does what it claims to be. Your computer will be well-protected (from viruses, spywares, spam, etc). Although, not every program performs equally well, but is good enough.
2. Since it comes with 2 yr protection for 3 computers, it is a good deal overall. You do not have to worry about the security for next 2 years.
3. WHILE the program is overall good (in some cases very good), there are FREE alternatives are out there -- if you look for them. Sure, you have to download several programs and manually update some of the programs, but it is FREE.
So it comes down to this: Am I gonna spend money on something that I could download for FREE even though it may be a hassle? If you already have or know good FREE programs, stick with them. But if you do not want to go through the hassle of downloading (and testing) several FREE programs, then I do recommend this program.
 does its job as a firewall/antivirus but that is about it. November 26, 2008
This is an ok product. I work with antivirus software as part of my job, and this product is firmly in the middle. As far the antivirus part goes, it does its job well. I was disappointed to see how often it wants the machine to be rebooted after an update to virus definitions though. Good software these days should only rarely require a reboot after an update. I do like how it has some different modes, like a gaming mode that cuts back the scanner's footprint while you doing cpu intensive stuff. For instance when I am working in photoshop I have the bitdefender shift into this mode as I need as much cpu and memory as I can get.
The so called system optimization tools are really no better than other registry cleaners and defrag tool available out there. Often for free in most cases. They score higher because of their convience in being include in a suite of products.
In my opinion a firmly average product.
Good, but free is better. November 22, 2008
I like this, yet I prefer Spybot S&D which does the same thing yet is free.
A Complete Suite With Liberal Support And Service November 21, 2008
"BitDefender Total Security 2009" is the last of three computer protection suites that I have recently reviewed. For each protection suite, I focused on the same 5 questions that I assume other "non-techies" like me might be interested in. (1) How easily and efficiently is the loading process and related to this, (2) How much impact does the loaded software have on the continued smooth and efficient operation of the computer compared with past performance? (3) Does it do what it claims to do in an efficient and efficacious manner? (4) Are there any new risks or problems to concern the user? And (5) Is there any significant reason to select the software over the competition aside from brand familiarity and price point.
My explorations have revealed that there is enough similarity and generic "sameness" among the suites that ultimately question 5 should be the real decision maker for most average users. The "BitDefender" suite includes an antivirus/antispyware module, anti-phishing and antispam protection, a firewall, and parental control, along with a number of other management resources such as tune-up tools, an encryption module that protects and stores your personal information and files, online backups, and a home management module to protect the entire home. This may be the most complete suite in all that it offers.
Comments: The Online Backup provides 2 gigs of encrypted storage to a protected website. The Home Network Management Resource seems to be a big asset for those with several computers in the home by essentially allowing one central computer operator to be a site administrator to manage "BitDefender" for all the computers on-site. Like some of the other suites, it has a file vault which I found a little cumbersome because everything had to be encoded and encrypted with password operated opening and closings of the vault for each storage decision. There are simpler storage vaults available. Another newer feature is a gamer mode which recognizes when previously identified games are operationalized so that" BitDefender" automatically makes appropriate program adjustments to the suite.
Installation was quick and efficient on both computers I loaded although I had to reboot and reload once on one of them. The opening interface is very basic and easy to navigate but I liked the ability to rely on the defaults for everyday home use or turn to the "Advanced Controls" for more experienced users to fine tune their settings. So far, "BitDefender" has appeared to do a good job of finding and/or isolating viruses and questionable material while not impeding proper applications and material. The firewall seems more than adequate and more effective with more applications than others I have tried.
Running scans gave me mixed results as to speed. One of my units ran scans faster than the other but overall, plan on about 20-25 minutes for initial scans on normal computer loads. Both computers did not seem to drag or noticeably be affected by the scans running in the background.
My assessment: Any of the three computer protection suites I tested would be acceptable for the casual user--some have different bells and whistles than others. "BitDefender" seemed to be the most complete with the most extras in one package including tune-up tools. Maybe the biggest reason to select this suite over its competitors is a very liberal 2 years of service and support for 3 different in-home computer--that is hard to beat in the current market.
 Buggy software November 20, 2008
I don't know what's wrong with software companies these days, but this is yet another software package that causes big problems during installation. I have installed it on Vista a few weeks ago and it was behaving strangely - it kept on downloading MSXML SP2 update. I have decided that I will wait with reviewing it until I had time to reinstall my Vista.
Re installation did not make any difference. BitDefender takes forever to install, forever to download updates and once again it keeps trying to get me the previously mentioned update again and again. Other than that it made my connection icon disappear from time to time, while its own icon shows there are critical issues but if I click to open the control center nothing happens. Spam filter looked promising with Bayesian learning engine, but for some reason it would not put spam in my junk email folder but insisted on making its own. Even worse news is that it made my PC start up to last for minutes instead of seconds. Web browsing became sluggish too.
After uninstalling BitDefender I got blue screen of death and had to do a repair and a system restore, even though my Vista was freshly reinstalled...
I cannot recommended it at all. In comparison McAfee Internet security 2009 performs so much better.
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