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9.13. Updates
New threats are found and identified every day. This is why it is very important
to keep Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac up to date with the latest threat
information updates.
The threat information updates are performed on the fly, meaning that the
files to be updated are replaced progressively. In this way, the update will
not affect the product operation and, at the same time, any vulnerability will
be excepted.
● If Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac is up-to-date, it can detect the latest threats
discovered and clean the infected files.
● If Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac is not up-to-date, it will not be able to
detect and remove the latest threats discovered by Bitdefender Labs.
9.13.1. Requesting an Update
You can request an update manually anytime you want.
An active internet connection is required to check for available updates and
download them.
To request an update manually:
1. Click the Actions button in the menu bar.
2. Choose Update threat information database.
Alternatively, you can request an update manually by pressing CMD + U.
You can see the update progress and downloaded files.
9.13.2. Getting Updates through a Proxy Server
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac can update only through proxy servers that
do not require authentication. You do not have to configure any program
settings.
If you connect to the internet through a proxy server that requires
authentication, you must switch to a direct internet connection regularly to
obtain threat information updates.
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