If you want more control, or just want to finetune what exactly Bitdefender does and does not do, there is that option as well – and the programme certainly can do a lot. No doubt the first feature that most users will be drawn to is Autopilot, which makes all security related decisions for the user, while ensuring that you won’t have to contend with pop-ups or configuring any settings yourself. On this dashboard there is a clear as day indication whether your device is protected and whether the software is up to date or not, with a single button to resolve either scenario. This certainly makes working with the programme easier and simpler. Once downloaded and installed, Bitdefender 2018 provides a single screen from which all features can be managed and accessed. I am inclined to think that creating a dedicated username and password for Bitdefender is a better idea, so as to skirt any concerns around your Facebook account being hacked. Granted, you can just sign in with your Facebook or your Gmail account. The question is: Does Bitdefender’s Total Security 2018 rise to the challenge?įirst off, in order to install the programme, which weighs in at a little over the 300 MB mark, you need to create a user account. What’s more, these programmes have to defend against the complexity of security threats while being more intuitive to use. But now individuals and businesses have to contend with insidious new threats, like ransomware, which can cripple a business, not to mention bring any individual’s digital and financial wellbeing to a screeching halt.Īll this means that security programmes have had to become even better than ever to contend the array of security threats that are being released on a daily basis. Viruses, spyware and malware, which have been present for ages are certainly still around.

PC security has become increasingly critical as we move into the digital age, not just because we are more dependant on our information than ever, but also because the threats have ramped up over the years.

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