21 July 2010
Aiming to target small businesses through Golden Systems' existing network of 400 authorized resellers and 4000 dealers across the region

BitDefender, an award-winning provider of innovative anti-malware security solutions in over 100 countries across the world, has announced a new partnership with Golden Systems Middle East FZCo., a leading distributor of IT products in the Middle East. The partnership will entail the distribution of BitDefender's internationally certified security solutions and products to small businesses in the GCC Region through Golden Systems' extensive network of channel partners.  

"The GCC is a key growth market for BitDefender and the demand for our high-quality and innovative security products and solutions have been on the rise, necessitating the need for us to engage with a well-established and strong channel distribution partner", said Khalid Muasher, Senior Channel Manager for BitDefender. "We are extremely glad to collaborate with Golden Systems Middle East, which is widely experienced and has a well-established regional distribution track record. We are certain that this partnership will help enhance our market presence and product awareness among current and prospective customers", concluded Muasher.

BitDefender's suite of anti-virus and information security software solutions for small businesses detect and prevent known and zero-day threats that target an organization's most critical business assets from the gateway to the network core. BitDefender combines advanced antimalware technology to provide security against e-threats, viruses, spyware, hackers, spam, and phishing attacks, along with ease of deployment, automatic updates, and near zero management for the small business.

Commenting on the partnership and the opportunities that exist, Mr. Ehsan Hashemi, COO at Golden Systems Middle East said, "As a leading and highly-trusted distribution company, we pride ourselves in offering the best IT products to customers. BitDefender is a global leader in the security software industry and this partnership bodes well for both companies. We are confident that a brand like BitDefender, we are providing our channel partners with the best security solutions and performance available.   At the same time, BitDefender can be assured of reaching out to new customers and strengthening their market position through our strong channel network of 400 resellers and 4000 dealers."

BitDefender is now also offering an innovative online virus scanner:  BitDefender QuickScan.  This is the quickest way to find out if your computer is infected because it combines intelligent local and in-the-cloud scanning into an advanced online tool which detects in less than 60 seconds the e-threats in memory. Based on award-winning BitDefender anti-malware technologies, BitDefender Quick Scan runs online on any Internet connected PC without slowing down the machine and detects any running malware, hidden threats and keyloggers, without the need to install any software, update virus signature files or perform any configuration tasks.

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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.

For more information please contact:
Farah Ibrahim
TRACCS
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Email: farah.ibrahim@traccs.net

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