If you’re reading this, chances are you’re looking at a computer screen. Kidding aside, using a computer on the Internet without robust and reliable security protections is like driving down the highway at full speed without brakes.
Many solutions claim to be products that can make your computer secure. Still, most are bloated, complicated, and can do more harm than good. Being an IT professional for over two decades, I have tried and used many security products with varying success.
Recently, I upgraded my laptop and installed Bitdefender as my preferred security software and haven’t looked back. I used to have an alternative, but over time, it wasn’t performing well. It keeps on crashing, and the price is slowly creeping up. After trying out several options, I landed on Bitdefender.
It’s Free
The best aspect of Bitdefender is there is a free option for their antivirus scanner that will get you started right away. The free antivirus option is easy to install. Its scanning is fast and provides real-time protection and warnings as you navigate the Internet. I also found the notifications that did appear to be straightforward to understand. It is one of the best solutions out of the gate, and you can’t beat the price.
VPN Solution
If you are a regular listener to the sister blog/podcast Security In Five, you know I am a huge proponent of using a VPN. Bitdefender has a VPN solution to ensure you can browse the Internet anonymously without your Internet Service Provider or anyone else spying. Bitdefender’s VPN solution allows you to use it on up to 10 devices, which is the most that I’ve seen so far. It ensures that they are not keeping any traffic logs, which means no one can go back and see where you went, even Bitdefender. Lastly, it has over 1,300 servers worldwide, which means you can easily bypass any geographical restrictions and look like you are browsing from anywhere in the world.
The VPN solution is not accessible. However, the price is one of the cheapest out there. Starting at $2.50/month, you can enhance the security and privacy of your Internet use exponentially.
Overall Security Suite
Once you see how fantastic the entry-level offering is, Bitdefender has a Premium package that will give you complete protection for your PC. There are costs associated with it, but in today’s world, we must embrace the fact that getting the highest level of security and privacy also comes at a cost. You get what you pay for when it comes to security software. Bitdefender’s Premium security suite includes multilayered ransomware protection, priority support, and unlimited VPN access. In addition, Advanced Parental Controls are also offered, as well as fast performance and advanced real-time threats and vulnerabilities detection.
Summary
Bitdefender provides a wide range of security protections to help you keep your computer, data, and identity secure. Take a look at what they can do for you and see if they’re a good fit.
I am pleased to be able to offer the Bitdefender Total Security suite, 1 year subscription, for $65 OFF the full price. Install this on up to 5 devices and get full security protection for $24.99 for the year!
