May 2008
BitDefender Embraces Gaming Community with Launch of GameSafe
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. √ May 14, 2008 √ BitDefender╝, an award-winning provider of antivirus software and data security solutions, today introduced its new antivirus defense for gamers called BitDefender GameSafe, which defends users▓ PCs from viruses, spyware and rootkits. Traditionally, online gamers have sacrificed security while gaming because of the drag it can place on their PC. A system slow-down can have a life or death consequences in the virtual world. GameSafe keeps the impact on processing power, memory and virtual memory to a minimum, allowing gamers to maintain ⌠in-game■ responsiveness and eliminating interruptions during play.
When activated, BitDefender▓s GameSafe:
∙ Minimizes processor time and memory consumption
∙ Postpones automatic updates and scans
∙ Eliminates all alerts and pop-ups
∙ Sets the scanning level to ⌠permissive,■ so only the most important files are scanned
Additionally, the GameSafe firewall protects users▓ Wi-Fi connection from unauthorized access.
⌠Traditional antivirus security providers are focused on protecting computer applications, while BitDefender is focused on new and emerging threats resulting from the emerging online lifestyle,■ said Bogdan Dumitru, BitDefender CTO. ⌠GameSafe offers BitDefender▓s award-winning antivirus protection, while not interfering with gamer activities, allowing hours of uninterrupted game play for the ultimate secured gaming experience.■
For more information on the BitDefender▓s GameSafe, please visit www.bitdefender.com/gamesafe
About Bitdefender®
Bitdefender is the creator of one of the world's fastest and most effective lines of internationally certified internet security software.Since 2001, the company has been an industry pioneer, introducing and developing award-winning protection. Today, Bitdefender technology secures the digital experience of around 400 million home and corporate users across the globe.
Recently, the company has won a range of key independent recommendations in the US, UK and across Europe, including ConsumerSearch, Which?, Stiftung Warentest and Taenk. Bitdefender antivirus technology has also finished top in leading industry tests from both AV Test and AV-Comparatives. More information about Bitdefender's antivirus products is available from the company's security solutions press room. Additionally, Bitdefender publishes Malware City providing the latest updates on security threats and helping users stay informed in the everyday battle against malware.