Bitdefender Threat Scanner Review
Bitdefender is easy to download from the Mac App Store and, after granting it access to your security settings in System Preferences and full disk access, it’s good to go. It will update its virus definitions automatically and allows you to choose between an immediate scan, a Deep Scan and a custom scan of your files’ locations or external volumes when needed. The program also comes with an effective anti-theft feature that lets you locate your device and set off an alarm, remove its contents from its location, and prevent it from connecting to wifi networks.
It also includes a knowledge base on the internet that includes articles and videos. A quick custom scan on my device took only 5 minutes. It’s also among the few rivals that include vulnerability scans which scans your device for old programs and weak passwords.
Overall, Bitdefender is among the best malware detection scanners, consistently delivering remarkable results in independent lab tests. It offers unbeatable spyware detection rates and a comprehensive protection suite that includes features like password managers, a fast VPN with an anti-tracker and parental controls. It even offers machine protection in many of its business plans, which is a major benefit when compared to other services.
Bitdefender’s interface is simple to use and separates its features into three categories three categories: Privacy, Protection and Utilities. Protection is the section of Bitdefender that focuses on the common features of most antivirus programs, like real time protection, firewall monitoring, and ransomware countermeasures. Privacy addresses ways to remain secure while browsing the web, such as a safe browser (designed with banking and shopping sites www.jnetrading.co.uk/bankrupt-companies-data-is-it-regulated in mind) that runs websites in an sandbox, and blocks malware from contaminating your normal internet browser. The Utilities section includes useful utilities and optimization tools.