Enhanced Performance: BitDefender Total Security 2010 beta uses a new architecture designed for better performance with a streamlined scan process and driver integration.

Improved User Interface: BitDefender Total Security 2010 beta has an improved user interfaced with a simplified look and feel that provides access only to critical security actions and the help area.

More stringent Parental Control: For parents, BitDefender Total Security 2010 beta offers an improved website filter, website categories and customizable profiles, a reporting system with e-mail alerts, application time control, and the ability to schedule a user's access to certain applications.

"BitDefender uses beta testing as the last in a series of steps to ensure our customers receive the best possible protection against all types of malware and e-threats," said Carmen Maierean, BitDefender's senior desktop product manager. "We are counting on great interest from the BitDefender user community for a successful beta test of Total Security 2010 and we are certain that the finished product will meet their most exacting demands."

For more information about beta testing BitDefender Total Security 2010, visit http://beta.bitdefender.com.

About BitDefender' BitDefender is the creator of one of the industry's fastest and most effective lines of internationally certified security software. Since its inception in 2001, BitDefender has continued to raise the bar and set new standards in proactive threat prevention. Every day, BitDefender protects tens of millions of home and corporate users across the globe — giving them the peace of mind of knowing that their digital experiences will be secure. BitDefender solutions are distributed by a global network of value-added distribution and reseller partners in more than 100 countries worldwide. More information about BitDefender and its products are available at the company's security solutions press room. Additionally, BitDefender's www.malwarecity.com provides background and the latest updates on security threats helping users stay informed in the everyday battle against malware.