Webroot and Sophos Join Forces to Combat Growing Problem of Internet Security Threats.Security Industry Leaders Partner to Integrate Sophos Anti-Virus Sophos Anti-Virus is an anti-virus, anti-spyware and HIPS software program by Sophos plc, which is aimed primarily at corporate environments. Centralised management is performed via Sophos Enterprise Console. It is believed to be the Anti-Virus used by Gmail[1]. Technology into Select Webroot Products BOULDER, Colo. & BOSTON -- 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., the leading provider of anti-spyware software for consumers, and Sophos, the world leader in protecting businesses against viruses, spyware and spam, today announced a technology partnership that will bring to market a new standard of protection against the most dangerous 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. threats. Through the partnership, Webroot will license Sophos's anti-virus technology for use in select Webroot consumer and enterprise products. The new Webroot solutions will integrate Sophos's advanced anti-virus research and technology into Webroot's award-winning anti-spyware software, 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 , to provide consumers and enterprises with superior protection against both spyware and viruses in one tightly integrated and easy-to-use solution. These new products from Webroot will be available later this year. "Last month alone there were more than 4,000 new pieces of malware (MALicious softWARE) Software designed to destroy, aggravate and otherwise make life unhappy. See crimeware, virus, worm, logic bomb, macro virus and Trojan. discovered, all aiming to attack unprotected PCs. For the first time, home users can benefit from the powerful industrial-strength virus protection that has been defending businesses and governments for 20 years," said Steve Munford, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Sophos. "Customers win because Sophos and Webroot are both dedicated to cutting-edge research and innovative security. Additionally, this alliance is an important part of Sophos's strategy to boost awareness of our best-of-breed expertise against Internet-borne threats." One of the first providers of anti-spyware technologies, Webroot's award-winning lineup of Spy Sweeper products has been protecting consumers, enterprises and small businesses from the most damaging and sophisticated forms of spyware since 2003. Sophos has also garnered international recognition for its award-winning virus detection and removal in independent laboratory tests conducted by respected bodies such as the ICSA See TruSecure. , Virus Bulletin and West Coast Labs. Customers can now enjoy unparalleled protection leveraging the global network of researchers at SophosLabs[TM] and spyware research at Webroot using its acclaimed Phileas technology. "There is no doubt that spyware and viruses are the two most dangerous types of Internet security threats facing PC users today," said David Moll, CEO of Webroot Software. "In the past year, we have witnessed a disturbing increase in not only the prevalence and maliciousness of spyware but also the blending of these threats with varying payloads. By integrating Sophos's highly advanced and proven anti-virus technology into our Spy Sweeper product, we will protect users from these threats with a single, intuitive solution." ABOUT SOPHOS Sophos is a world leader in integrated threat management A computer security approach in an organization that deals with all forms of unwanted intrusions, including attacks on computer systems, malware of all kinds and even spam. See computer security, malware, threat management and blended threat. solutions, protecting against known and unknown malware, spyware, intrusions, unwanted applications, spam and policy abuse for business, education and government. Sophos's reliably engineered, easy-to-operate products protect more than 35 million users in more than 150 countries. Through 20 years' experience and a global network of threat analysis centers, the company responds rapidly to emerging threats - no matter how complex - and achieves the highest levels of customer satisfaction in the industry. For more information about Sophos visit, http://www.sophos.com. ABOUT WEBROOT Webroot Software, Inc. is the creator and publisher of the award-winning Spy Sweeper[TM] line of anti-spyware products for consumers, small businesses and enterprises worldwide. Based in Boulder, Colo., the 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 ratings and recommendations by respected third-party media and product reviews, and has been adopted by millions globally. Spy Sweeper software and other Webroot products can be found online at www.webroot.com and on the shelves of leading retailers throughout the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. , Europe and Japan. Webroot products are also 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. To find out more about Webroot, visit www.webroot.com or call 1-800-772-9383. |
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