Microsoft and Bitdefender Partner to Provide Free Antivirus Solution with a Twist

In recent news, Microsoft has announced a partnership with Bitdefender to provide a free antivirus solution to users. This move comes as a surprise considering Bitdefender's decision to discontinue its free antivirus software.

For those who are currently using the free edition of Bitdefender, there is some good news. The company will be offering a 5-device/1-year subscription to its Total Security package for just £8.98. This deal is significantly cheaper than the usual one-year subscription price of £69.99.

What does this mean for users? Essentially, it means that they will have more than enough time to install an alternative antivirus solution to keep their devices protected. For those who want to continue using Bitdefender's silent 'set-in-and-forget-it' style of antivirus protection, the company is running a promotion where it will upgrade the subscriptions of its free users to Bitdefender Total Security.

However, it's worth noting that Bitdefender will no longer be offering its free antivirus software. The company has stated that it will continue to offer tech support for the product until June 30 of next year. After this date, users who are still using the free edition will need to upgrade to a paid subscription or find an alternative antivirus solution.

Overall, this partnership between Microsoft and Bitdefender is an interesting development in the world of antivirus software. It remains to be seen what the future holds for these two companies, but for now, it's clear that they are looking to make things easier for their customers.

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