Webroot Releases Vista-Compatible Versions of Award-Winning Internet Security Solutions.BOULDER, Colo. -- Webroot Software Webroot Software is a company that creates computer security software. Webroot's corporate headquarters is located in Boulder, Colorado, and the company was founded in 1997. They currently employ about 300 people worldwide. , Inc., a leading provider of security software for the consumer, enterprise and SME markets, today released Vista-compatible versions of its award-winning 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. solutions to coincide with the public release of the Windows Vista The current version of Windows for the desktop. It was released in late 2006 for businesses and early 2007 for consumers. Vista adds numerous features, including improved security and advanced multimedia capabilities. (TM) Operating System operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. for consumers. Users of Webroot Spy Sweeper Spy Sweeper is proprietary software sold by Webroot Software, which detects and removes spyware on personal computers that run Microsoft Windows. It scans a computer for spyware by examining files on the computer's hard disk drive, as well as objects in memory, the Windows registry [R], Spy Sweeper[R] with AntiVirus and Child Safe[R] will be offered free upgrades to the Vista-compatible versions of their software. "Windows Vista offers users a new kind of online experience with a variety of exciting new features, services and capabilities. To ensure that this new online experience is not marred by destructive spyware and virus attacks, users need to install the most effective malware protection available," said Mike Irwin Dr. Micheal Irwin is director of the Cambridge Astronomical Survey Unit and one of the discoverers of the Cetus Dwarf galaxy and the Sagittarius Dwarf Elliptical Galaxy. , COO for Webroot Software. "By offering Vista-supported versions of our award-winning Internet security software, users can rest assured that their new operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. are protected by the most advanced technologies." To further prepare its users for the launch of Vista, Webroot's Threat Research team has been conducting exhaustive research and testing to better educate users on the potentially ineffective blocking capabilities in Windows[R] Defender, the default anti-spyware component of Microsoft's Windows Vista[TM] operating system. Through this research, Webroot's Threat Research team discovered that Windows[R] Defender failed to block 84 percent of a testing sample-set that included 15 of the most common variations of existing spyware and malware. "Cyber criminals are constantly developing new technologies to attack users, and unfortunately, the introduction of major new technologies only further entices them," added Irwin. "To ensure their systems are always protected against the most current threats, users must deploy the most technologically advanced malware protection and not settle for less effective alternatives." Superior Protection Against Malware Developed specifically for consumers seeking an effective, yet easy-to-use program to protect their PCs from the two most damaging types of Internet threats, Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus integrates best-of-breed anti-virus technology from Sophos[R] into Webroot's award-winning line of Spy Sweeper anti-spyware products. Product features include: * A single, easy-to-use interface that is simple to install and provides clear and concise instructions * Automatic spyware and virus definition updates delivered on a daily basis * Combined sweep and quarantine options * Optimal system performance by utilizing the smallest memory footprint Memory footprint refers to the amount of main memory that a program uses or references while running. This includes all sorts of active memory regions like code, static data sections (both initialized and uninitialized), heap, as well as all the stacks, plus memory required to hold possible * Free premier support service that includes a 24/7/365 trouble ticket system and toll-free telephone access to a knowledgeable staff * Phileas(TM) V - the next generation of Webroot's automated spyware research system designed to proactively seek out the most malicious types of spyware and malware Superior Parental Controls Built on Webroot's best of breed philosophy, Webroot Child Safe is designed specifically for parents looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. an easy-to-use and highly effective solution to managing their children's online activities. Child Safe gives parents more control over their child's online safety by enabling them to customize user profiles, deploy advanced safety measures safety measures, n.pl actions (e.g., use of glasses, face masks) taken to protect patients and office personnel from such known hazards as particles and aerosols from high-speed rotary instruments, mercury vapor, radiation exposure, anesthetic and , set specific schedules and time limits for each program, and constantly stay informed of their child's online activities through detailed monitoring reports. A six-time recipient of PC Magazine's Editors' Choice Award and a multiple winner of PC World's Best Buy and Best of the Year Awards, Webroot has accrued an installed base of almost ten million users worldwide. Webroot has launched a comprehensive online resource center - www.webroot.com/vista - to provide users with answers to common Vista-related compatibility and security questions, along with detailed information and recommendations on how to best protect their PCs from harmful malware attacks. ABOUT WEBROOT Webroot Software, Inc. provides industry-leading security software for consumers, enterprises and small and medium-sized businesses worldwide. Globally recognized for its award-winning Spy Sweeper[R] line of anti-spyware products, Webroot recently incorporated anti-virus protection into two new products for consumers and SMBs, respectively: Spy Sweeper[R] with AntiVirus and Webroot[R] SME (1) (Small and Medium-sized Enterprise) See SMB. (2) (Subject Matter Expert) An individual who is well-versed in the policies and procedures of a particular department or division. Security. The company also recently expanded into the parental controls software market with the introduction of Webroot[R] Child Safe[R]. The Boulder, Colorado-based company is privately held and backed by some of the industry's leading venture capital firms Name Location Founding date Managing Partners/Directors Specialty Capital managed 5AM Ventures Menlo Park, CA; Waltham, MA 2002 John Diekman, PhD (managing partner), Scott Rocklage, PhD (managing partner), Andrew Schwab (managing partner) life sciences $200M [1] , including Technology Crossover Ventures, Accel Partners and Mayfield. Webroot's software consistently receives top review ratings by respected third-party media and has been adopted by millions globally. Available as either branded solutions or on an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and basis, Webroot products can be found at www.webroot.com and on the shelves of leading retailers worldwide. To find out more about Webroot, visit the website or call 1-800-772-9383. [c]2003-2007, Webroot Software, Inc. All rights reserved. Webroot and Spy Sweeper are registered trademarks or trademarks of Webroot Software, Inc. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners. |
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