2012 Antivirus Software Ratings

BitDefender Internet Security 2012

BitDefender comes through again this year with another excellent antivirus software. BitDefender Internet Security 2012 continues to be that same great antivirus protection but with a new an improved user interface.

How well does BitDefender Internet Security 2012 actually protect your computer? Let's put it this way: all of the top testing labs in the world have given BitDefender high scores for excellent real-time antivirus protection, resource usage, and virus removal. They put BitDefender through the ringer, and it keeps coming up strong.

Our system resource tests showed BitDefender to be light to average when scanning your system. We found no significant system drain.

We like the new, clean user interface. It's much easier to use and find any information you need.

Customer service continues to be a problem with BitDefender, but they provide adequate self-help options that will satisfy most people.

Overall, BitDefender remains one of our top choices yet again this year. Why? It's light, it's easy to use. It's stable. And most importantly, it has one of the best records for protecting your computer against viruses and other malware.

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BitDefender Internet Security 2012 Features

• Real-time Antivirus
  
  Monitors system processes to detect new an unknown viruses.
• Two-way Firewall
  
  Monitors traffic between your computer and the outside world. Blocks hackers from attacking your computer.
• Antiphishing
  
  Blocks suspicious and dangerous websites that try to steal your credit card or bank account numbers.
• Sandbox Browsing
  
  Isolates your browser in a safe environment to block web-based threats.
• Low Resource Scanning
  
  Reduces system resources by scanning your computer only when idle.
• Autopilot
  
  Automatically makes important security decisions for you creating a hassle-free experience.
• Social Network Protection
  
  Monitors and scans potentially dangerous links on your Facebook and Twitter pages. Monitors your privacy settings for maximum security.
• Vulnerability Scanner
  
  Checks your system for outdated security updates as well as unsafe system settings.
• Search Protection
  
  Warns you about risky websites in your Google and Bing search results.
• Personal Data Security
  
  Prevents personal information, such as your social security number, from leaving your PC.
• Chat Encryption
  
  Keeps your Yahoo Messenger IM conversations private.
• Safe Rescue Mode
  
  Reboots your PC in a safe environment for restoration and cleanup.
• Antispam
  
  Blocks spam from entering your inbox.
• Parental Control
  
  Helps parents keep kids safe by blocking web access, scheduling computer usage, and remotely monitoring their child's online activity.