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OVERVIEW

BitDefender Internet Security 2011 provides Internet-connected families with the latest protection against Web-based attacks, faster performance for secure online gaming, and unrivaled parental controls.


PRODUCT BENEFITS

Stop Viruses and Spyware Cold

• Proactive protection stops new viruses and malware that other products miss.

Safeguard Your Privacy

• Eliminate the chances your data and conversations are leaked to others over email, Facebook, IM, or websites that track your online activities.

Firewall Protection

• Establish a two-way firewall with just a few clicks, to continuously monitor your Internet connections and prevent unauthorized access—even over a Wi-Fi network.

Eliminate Spam

• Send unwanted or malicious email and attachments straight to the trash, so they never reach your Inbox.

Video Library

• A new collection of step-by-step videos helps you navigate through common security challenges.

Choose Your View

• Match the interface to your level of comfort by selecting between Basic, Intermediate, or Expert settings—and quickly create shortcuts to frequently used controls.

Manage Your Home Network

• Control the security of your entire network from a single location.

Keep Your Family Safe

• With parental controls you'll receive reports, by browser, email, or cell phone, on recent online activity for each child's computer in your home network.

Play and Work Seamlessly

• Automatically activate Game, Laptop, or Silent Mode to minimize interruptions, prolong battery life, or reduce system load to ensure seamless and secure gameplay.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Minimal system requirements:

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP SP3 (SP2 for x64), Vista (SP1), Microsoft Windows 7
• Available free hard disk space: 1 GB free space
• CPU: 800MHz processor
• Memory (RAM):
• 512 MB (Microsoft Windows XP)
• 1 GB (Microsoft Windows Vista and Microsoft Windows 7)

Recommended system requirements:

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP SP3 (SP2 for x64), Vista (SP1), Microsoft Windows 7
• Available free hard disk space: 1 GB free space
• CPU: Intel CORE Duo (1.66 GHz) or equivalent processor
• Memory (RAM):
• 1 GB (Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows 7)
• 1.5 GB (Microsoft Windows Vista)

Software requirements:

• Internet Explorer 6 (Internet Explorer 7 recommended)
• Yahoo Messenger 8.1
• Microsoft Windows Live Messenger 8
• Firefox 3.x
• Thunderbird 3.0.4
• Outlook 2003, 2007, 2010
• Outlook Express
• Microsoft Windows Mail
• Adobe Flash Player 10.0.45.2
• .Net framework 2.0

WHAT'S NEW

Quick Scan

• The new Quick Scan uses in-the-cloud technology for better detection and improved response time to new and unknown viruses.

Search Advisor

• BitDefender 2011 provides safety ratings for search results and warnings about visited websites that may contain spyware or other malware.

Video Tutorials

• Get instant support and viewing of video tutorials that take you step by step through the actions required to configure BitDefender.

Dashboard Shortcuts

• All BitDefender 2011 products enable users with specific needs - like parents and gamers - to create their own dashboard and shortcuts to frequently-used functions.

Smart Help

• BitDefender now includes a series of personalized suggestions, warnings, and safeguards that are relevant to the recent activity performed by the user.

Improved Parental Control

• Parents have remote access to review children's online activity and change parental control settings.