

We turned on AutoRun for all drives, and the scanner detected this and warned us of the security risks. But if you’re looking for some on-demand reassurance, you can run Quick or Full System scans direct from the interface, or scan selected files, folders or drives from Explorer's right-click menu.Ī bonus Vulnerability Scanner checks your system for missing updates, insecure Wi-Fi and poorly configured security settings. (Image credit: Bitdefender) Bitdefender Antivirus Plus: Scanning optionsīitdefender Antivirus Plus automatically scans files as you download, access or launch them, which means there’s usually no need to run manual scans.

Just a couple of clicks and you can replace it with a launcher for the Safepay secure browser, the File Shredder, or something else you're more likely to use. The main dashboard has a Vulnerability Scan button, for instance, but if you never use this, it's easy to change. The interface is surprisingly configurable, too. Even security newcomers should quickly find whatever they need. It's all very straightforward, and we had Antivirus Plus up and running within minutes.īitdefender's straightforward interface clearly presents its various features using large icons, with text captions, and simple descriptions to help you understand what to expect from each function. This is where you can view your subscriptions, download the apps you need, and monitor all your devices once they’re properly set up. Hand over your cash, create a Bitdefender account and you're directed to Bitdefender Central, the company's web dashboard. (Image credit: Bitdefender) Bitdefender Antivirus Plus: Getting started
