Security news and products; avanquest UK launches PC-Cillin from Trend-Micro.Avanquest UK, developer and publisher of business and consumer software for the global PC market worldwide, has launched PC-Cillin - Internet Security ''This article or section is being rewritten at Internet security is the process of protecting data and privacy of devices connected to internet from information robbery, hacking, malware infection and unwanted software. 2007 by Trend Micro, a leader in antivirus and Internet content security software and services. Home PC and Internet usage has soared in the UK with 67% of households having at least one PC and 60% having an Internet connection (Ofcom, 2006). Many households have more than one computer and are using their PCs to do online shopping, banking, email, and to store and share media. Unfortunately, as our use of technology increases, so do the number of harmful viruses, malware (MALicious softWARE) Software designed to destroy, aggravate and otherwise make life unhappy. See crimeware, virus, worm, logic bomb, macro virus and Trojan. and malicious attacks on our personal data and systems. PC-Cillin from Trend Micro offers protection against all of these threats from a single software security suite. The 2007 Internet Security release will incorporate Trend Micro's well-known PC-Cillin engine and anti-malware protection along with a host of new features addressing all the latest threats including rootkits, spyware, phishing Pronounced "fishing," it is a scam to steal valuable information such as credit card and social security numbers, user IDs and passwords. Also known as "brand spoofing," an official-looking e-mail is sent to potential victims pretending to be from their ISP, bank or retail establishment. , spam E-mail that is not requested. Also known as "unsolicited commercial e-mail" (UCE), "unsolicited bulk e-mail" (UBE), "gray mail" and just plain "junk mail," the term is both a noun (the e-mail message) and a verb (to send it). , hackers, viruses, WiFi attacks, smartphone threats and the growing problem of identity-theft. In addition, the Trend Micro Internet Security  The of this article or section may be compromised by "weasel words".You can help Wikipedia by removing weasel words. subscription will include TrendSecure, Trend Micro's new online security services Security services are state institutions for the provision of intelligence, primarily of a strategic nature, but also including protective security intelligence. Examples include the Security Service (MI5) and the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) in the United Kingdom, and the . TrendSecure will bring added security for consumers who connect on the go, as well as at home. Licences for up to 3 machines are included in the purchase price, offering unparalleled value for money, and protecting. more machines for a third of the cost when compared to major competitors. Trend Micro Internet Security safeguards laptops, other computers, files, transactions, and user identity. Trend Micro Internet Security 2007 boasts additions and enhancements to secure users digital files and data, and protect against stolen personal identity, not just from cyber-theft, but also from the theft or loss of laptops. It provides extended customer care, and helps ensure safe connections in hotels, airports, computer kiosks and WiFi-enabled areas. The new suite includes advanced home network protection features such as enhanced web content filtering See Web filtering and parental control software. and personal firewall capabilities, providing users with the assurance that their computing security is up-to-date and their families are safe when online. www.avanquest.com |
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