Webroot To Offer Colorado Residents Free Spyware Protection For
The 2005 Tax Season
Colorado residents can download full version of Webroots
award-winning anti-spyware software, Spy Sweeper, at no charge
BOULDER, Colo., February 22, 2005 Boulder-based Webroot Software,
Inc., the leading provider of anti-spyware software and other
security technologies for consumers and enterprises, today
announced its plans to offer Colorado residents free spyware
protection for the 2005 tax season.
Through this exclusive offer, Colorado residents will enjoy a free
full subscription of Spy Sweeper, Webroots award-winning
anti-spyware software application, through April 16, 2005.
Laptop Battery The most malicious forms of spyware keyloggers and system
monitors can steal a users personal information including social
security numbers and passwords and forward them to potential
identity thieves, making tax time an extremely dangerous time for
consumers using their PCs to store, prepare and file their taxes.
According to the IRS, nearly 62 million returns were filed
electronically through IRS e-file in 2004. Industry reports have
found spyware and adware together infect at least 90 percent of all
Internet-connected PCs and a recent consumer PC survey conducted by
Webroot showed a 230% increase from October 2004 to December 2004
in the presence of system monitors and keyloggers.
Spyware remover main console window Console main window The main Console window allows you to install the Agent or the License Server onto remote computers. Computers with the Agent installed appear in the Network list. Having connected to any of them, launch immediately or schedule spyware removal tasks, disable the Spyware Shield for proactive protection from spyware installation, install the up Blocker ups while surfing the Internet, update the Spyware Base site. The Tasks area displays the operations, scheduled or currently executed on the selected computer.
Thinkpad Preparing your taxes can be a daunting task, especially when
faced with the possibility of having your personal information
spied on or stolen by potential identity thieves, said David Moll,
CEO of Webroot Software. Webroot is proud and excited to offer all
Coloradoans a free copy of Spy Sweeper, the ultimate online spyware
protection, just when they need it most. Were working to give
Coloradoans the safest, most secure online environment for their
PCs and their families.
Small businesses are being urged to protect themselves against spyware, following the release of new figures. According to the latest State of Spyware report from Webroot Software, small firms across the world suffered from a record number of infections from the most damaging types of spyware in 2005, such as Trojan horses and system monitors.
Microsoft A three-time recipient of PC Magazines Editors Choice Award,
Webroot Spy Sweeper detects and removes all forms of adware and
spyware, including Trojans, keyloggers, system monitors, and other
potentially unwanted software programs. Spy Sweeper scans a
subscribers entire system using a frequently updated database of
thousands of potentially undesirable threats. In addition to the
loss of personal information, spyware and other unwanted programs
can also cause a slower Internet connection, pop-up advertisement
problems and reduced computer performance.
Want a second opinion on spyware For a more comprehensive scan try Computer Associates' free online spyware scan.
Laptop Computers Colorados State Portal, www.colorado.gov, allows Coloradoans
easy access to state government services, products, and information
in a secure, effective, and efficient manner anytime, anywhere,
said Jeff Sherrard, Deputy Secretary of Technology for the State of
Colorado. However, only the citizen or business can secure their
own PC and ensure it is safe for storing personal information and
operating online. Webroots innovative and generous offer is a great
step towards securing ones computer and personal information.
According to the indictment, Jones would steal various IBM and Penguin computer servers from Verisign's warehouse in Virginia and sell them to Johnson. Johnson would then sell the servers to several individuals, who would sometimes place them for sale on eBay. As a result of this scheme, the indictment alleges that Jones and Johnson caused Verisign to lose more than $120, 000 worth of computer equipment. In the indictment, Jones and Johnson are charged in three counts with causing the interstate transportation of stolen property, namely IBM 330 and 335 servers, in violation of 18 U.S.C.
Laptop Computer Colorado residents can visit www.webroot.com/co-tax to download
their free copy of Webroot Spy Sweeper. This offer expires April
16, 2005.
Webroot Software has claimed that there are more than 20 'spies' in every computer in the UK, which can allow hackers to monitor an individual's or a firm's actions online. In addition, some spyware can enable a hacker to take remote control of system, leading to a serious compromise of an organisation's security and confidentiality. "This criminal enterprise we call spyware continues to advance in technology and sophistication, " warns David Moll, chief executive of Webroot Software.
Desktop Computer About Webroot Software
Notebooks Webroot Software, a privately held company based in Boulder,
Colorado, creates innovative privacy, protection and performance
products and services for millions of users around the world,
ranging from enterprises, Internet service providers, government
agencies and higher education institutions, to small businesses and
individuals. The company provides a suite of high-quality,
easy-to-use software that guides and empowers consumers as they
surf the Web, protecting personal information and returning control
over computing environments. Webroot's software consistently
receives top ratings and recommendations by respected third-party
media and product reviewers. In addition to selling these products
online at www.webroot.com, Webroot products are found on the
shelves of leading retailers around the world, including: Best Buy,
Circuit City, CompUSA, Fry's, MicroCenter, Office Depot, Staples
and Wal-Mart. Webroot products are also available as either branded
solutions or on an OEM basis through leading Internet service
providers, including Earthlink, AT&T and MSN. To find out more
about Webroot, visit www.webroot.com or call 1-800-772-9383.
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