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BullGuard Internet Security Editor's Review

The way malware developers and hackers are becoming smarter with time, it is necessary that you choose PC security software carefully. Buying and installing just a standalone antivirus may leave your data exposed to risk of theft and misuse. That explains why security suite makers are integrating various layers of safety in their products in recent times. One such instance is BullGuard Internet Security, which offer multiple layers of protection under its hood. Apart from core malware protection module, you also get spam filter, a firewall, parental control and utilities like backup and tune-up.

BullGuard Internet Security runs on PCs with Windows XP and later versions. The installation is largely hassle free and you can start using the application soon after installing. It comes with a rescue CD to install on systems with persistent malware.

The UI of this suite is refreshing yet simple. The main modules of the suite have got small control panels within the UI. However, it does not show 9 components simultaneously and you need to use a slider. It’s a little odd that the main window is not resizable. By default the suite enables most of the security components but advanced users can delve deep and tweak the settings.

The majority of security activities are shown in the main window of BullGuard Internet Security. Each panel has a separate pull-down menu for actions. There is a basic and advanced mode in settings section. The suite’s antivirus offers heuristic detection along with real-time protection. You can run ‘Quick scan’ or customize each scan. The suite keeps tab on e-mails, files and folders and running processes continuously.

BullGuard Internet Security gets mostly positive reviews by independent malware testing labs. The antivirus component detects a majority of malware in real life scenario. However, some of the detected malware still manages to install executables. It fares poorly in detecting malicious URLs and blocking malware download.

BullGuard Internet Security comes with an anti-phishing component. In this segment, the suite puts up a good show. Its Spam filter supports majority of popular email clients. While it detects spam nicely the scanning slows down email stream.
No internet security suite is complete unless it has a Firewall component and BullGuard Internet Security is no exception. It does a nice job of hiding all ports and thwarting online attacks on those ports. Like many other firewalls, BullGuard’s component takes old school approach of seeking user prompt when an unknown application seeks internet access. It can baffle average users. The nice thing is that the suite resists process termination and startup item disabling.

BullGuard Internet Security also has a parental control section. It supports per-user configuration. There is a category based content filter and website blocking option. It blocks inapt sites including those that use secure HTTPS connection. Parents can also set PC access timing for kid users. However, the timing setting can be overridden by using system clock reset. Apart from Internet scheduling and content filtering, this suite offers IM application blocking. Application blocked by administrators cannot be run just by renaming.
BullGuard Internet Security has a Vulnerability Scan component. It runs once every week by default but you can alter the schedule. When you pay the licensing fee for this suite, you become eligible for backup worth 5GB apart from getting malware protection. It is simple to use. You just need to right click on a file or folder that needs to backed up and then select “Add to Backup” menu. The Backed-up files are displayed with a greenish overlay in the Windows Explorer. The BullGuard Online Drive can also be accessed to view files. The restoration is simple and you can share data through links with others.

The backup option is not limited to BullGuard’s Servers alone. You can choose to back up data on removable and local drives too. Choosing cloud backup option activates the application’s continuous backup mode for altered files. Scheduling backup jobs is also possible. If you encrypt or compress backed-up files viewing them in BullGuard Online Drive will no longer be possible. The suite supports retaining multiple copies of backed up files.

BullGuard Internet Security has a PC tune up component. It can be used to defrag registry and remove temporary files from the hard disk. It also lets you mage startup items to speed up PC booting. The component is handy but do not think of it as a replacement for standalone PC tweaking tools.

Despite its several components and loads of settings, BullGuard Internet Security does not make your PC run slowly. In fact, it is among those security suites that have least impact on computer resources. It does not affect PC’s multitasking capability much.

Positive Points:
- Spam filter works well.
- Firewall thwarts exploits and port attacks.
- Handy backup with plenty of customizations.
- Does not slow the system down.

Negative Points:
- Spam filter works slowly.
- Parental control not very effective.
- Average malware download blocking score.
- Firewall controls can baffle beginners.

Conclusion:
BullGuard Internet Security comes across as a mixed bag when all its components and overall performance are analyzed. It has a sleek and easy to use UI. Advanced users will find plenty of settings to tweak with. However, not all components perform equally well in real world scenario. The spam filter does a fine job but it slows down stream of incoming email visibly. The malware detection and cleanup is not exactly stellar. The firewall and parental control modules work well but they are not fail-proof. They can be overridden by smart teen users. However, the additional components like data backup and PC tune up are really good. They perform well and come with plenty of customization options. For this price, however, you can look beyond this product and consider some other handy security suites.

Rating: 3/5







BullGuard Internet Security Publisher's Description

Complete internet security solution which protects you and your computer from online threats like identity theft, credit card fraud, hackers, spam, viruses and spyware. In addition, this software comes with 5 GB online backup that you can use to secure your most valuable documents.

BullGuard Internet Security is built exclusively for the everyday user, putting safety, simplicity and an easy-to-use design first. That's why 10 million users worldwide have travelled the web safely with BullGuard.

E-mail, shop, bank and backup your photos and music online with confidence, and let BullGuard protect you and your computer from online threats like identity theft, credit card fraud, hackers, spam, viruses and spyware.

FEATURES:

· Antivirus: Give computer viruses like Trojans and worms no chance.
· Antispyware: Protect yourself from identity theft and online fraud.
· Firewall: Protect your computer from unwanted intruders like hackers.
· Antiphishing: Get web pages and e-mails authenticated, so you can surf, shop, and bank safely online.
· Spamfilter: Keep your inbox clean from junk mail and phishing attempts.
· Backup: Easily secure your important files from computer crashes, damage and theft.
· Support: Free 24/7 support when you need it.
· User-friendliness: User interface and installation so easy, anyone can use it.
· Game Mode: Fast but safe game fun with minimal resource consumption.
· Instant Message Protection: Interact and exchange files over IM programs like MSN, Yahoo and Skype

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Publisher: BullGuard Ltd. | License: Shareware | Price: 73.43
Version: 10.0 | Size: 98202 KB | Platform: WinOther
Released Date: 03-10-2012 | Rating: 5 | Title: BullGuard Internet Security

Author Url: http://www.bullguard.com/
Program Info Url: http://www.bullguard.com/
Download Url: http://downloads.bullguard.com/BullGuard_100.exe
Screenshot Url: http://www.bullguard.com/media/302930/productbanner_internetsecurity.jpg

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