Webroot to Offer Anti-Spyware Solution Directly to MSN Dial-up Customers at No Charge
Subscribers will receive award-winning Webroot Spy Sweeper program for no additional cost
Webroot Software, Inc., a producer of award-winning privacy, protection and performance software, today announced a deal with MSN Dial-up to offer Spy Sweeper, Webroot’s award-winning consumer anti-spyware software, directly to MSN Dial-Up customers through the MSN Member Center (membercenter.msn.com). Webroot® Spy SweeperTM for MSN Dial-Up will be provided at no charge to MSN Dial-Up subscribers for the length of their subscription.
Industry reports have found spyware and adware together infect at least 90 percent of all Internet-connected PCs. Spyware programs may secretly monitor users’ online activities and communicate them to third parties, and may make surreptitious changes to a user’s PC. At its worst, the presence of the more aggressive forms of spyware (key loggers and systems monitors) may lead to identity theft.
“The dangers posed to consumers by spyware and adware cannot be underestimated,” said David Moll, CEO of Webroot. “MSN understands that deceptive software such as spyware is a major concern for online consumers. By offering its subscribers Spy Sweeper along with detailed educational information and advice on spyware and adware, MSN is showing its commitment to helping provide a more secure online environment. ”
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