Top Rated Internet Security for 2014

Protecting your computer and your identity online is vital, but what software is best to use? We take a look at the top rated Internet security software for 2014 and make some quick recommendations.

Generally for our more experienced readers we recommend slumming it with your inbuilt operating system security and a decent free, lightweight antivirus program like the recent free copies of AVG or Avast, as well as the specialist Spybot S&D.

AVG, Avast and Spybot all come highly recommended for 2014

The reason for that is because premium security software is wasted on more experienced users, who may find the protection a little too hands-on and redundant. Windows 7 and 8 (especially 8) have some pretty good inbuilt defences, and whilst they’re by no means perfect, along with a good free antivirus they should be able to detect many types of common threats, on the off chance the experienced user does fall foul of an online trap.

These days even free antivirus are updated regularly, so keeping up-to-date with the most recent threats should be relatively timely.

Novice users and those less technically savvy however, should consider a more full security solution that delves deeper than the standard inbuilt or free protection that the above provides. A reputable full, premium security program provides much more protection than free antiviruses, and covers a wider range of scams. Premium protection will offer more features that will allow you to stay safe from a variety of Internet cons.

Additionally they will provide customer support and will keep you protected from the very latest types of infections, as well as provide information on emerging threats.

For 2014 we recommend BitDefenders latest version of Total Security with is an all-round, comprehensive solution aimed at keeping all types of Internet users fully protected when online.
Whilst no Internet security can keep anyone 100% safe, BitDefender Total Security does an exceptional job for those users who may be more prone to falling for Internet scams.  The antivirus is fantastic with very good detection rates and the firewall has been greatly improved, as well as the anti-spam filter and identity theft protection from spoof phishing websites that are so common on sites like Facebook.

However what makes BitDefender Total Security stand out is the extra features that this security solution provides that reflect growing trends on the Internet such as social media and online shopping.

For example, for social media users there is a real time link scanner that examines links posted on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter to check for potential problems. Cyber shoppers and online bankers can enjoy extra protection with BitDefender SafePay which is focused on keeping secure transactions safe by examining shopping websites for suspicious activity as well as offering an optional secure web browser for sensitive transactions that is practically impregnable against intruders and malware.

Other great features include a file shredder, two way firewall, a vulnerability scanner to check for
outdated software and an easy, intuitive user friendly interface that allows for easy configuration.

And perhaps the best aspect from a novice point of view is that all these features have an automated hassle-free setup so you won’t be bothered with constant, confusing questions – it just runs silently in the background. BitDefender Total Security is the software that we run on our own machines.

Ultimately, BitDefender Total Security is an exceptional all-round solution, and best of all we can offer a handy 20% discount off the retail price too. Just click the link below and enter NONSENSE as a discount code to claim it.

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