Description and features. A short introduction to BitDefender. It explains who
BitDefender is, who SOFTWIN and Data Security Division are. BitDefender 9 Antispy-
ware, its features and the product modules are presented to you.
Installation. Step by step instructions for installing BitDefender on a workstation.
This is a comprehensive tutorial on installing BitDefender 9 Antispyware. Starting
with the prerequisites for a successfully installation, you are guided through the
whole installation process. Finally, the removing procedure is described in case you
need to uninstall BitDefender.
Management console. Description of basic administration and maintenance of
BitDefender. The chapters explain in detail all options of BitDefender 9 Antispyware,
how to register the product, how to scan your computer and how to perform the
updates.
Getting help. Where to look and where to ask for help if something goes unex-
pected appears. It includes a FAQ section too.
Best practices. Follow the steps described in here in order to ensure a computer
free from viruses.
Glossary. The Glossary tries to explain some technical and uncommon terms you
will find in the pages of this document.
3. Request for Comments
We invite you to help us improve the book. We have tested and verified all of the
information to the best of our ability. Please write to tell us about any flaws you find
in this book or how you think it could be improved, to help us provide you with the
best documentation possible.
Let us know by sending an e-mail to <documentation@bitdefender.com>.
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Preface
