Trend Micro Completes First Anti-Malware Consumer Security Products Certified for Windows Vista
January 17 2007 - 9:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Consumers Adopting the Windows Vista Operating System Can Choose
Between Trend Micro(TM) Internet Security 2007 and Trend Micro
Stand-Alone Anti-Malware Product, Trend Micro AntiVirus Plus
AntiSpyware CUPERTINO, Calif., Jan. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Trend Micro, Incorporated (TSE:4704)(NASDAQ:TMIC), a leader in
network antivirus and Internet content security software and
services, today announced the January 30 availability of its
Certified for Windows Vista Internet security suite specifically
for the Windows Vista operating system. Trend Micro(TM) Internet
Security 2007 has been available for Microsoft Windows XP (and
older versions) since September 2006. In addition, for those
Windows Vista consumers just wanting antivirus and anti-spyware,
the company announced that the Certified for Windows Vista Trend
Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2007 will be available on the same
day. It protects users' computers from infection by detecting and
removing viruses, worms, Trojan horse programs; it helps secure
users' privacy by blocking and removing malicious spyware, hidden
rootkits and adware that allow others to monitor or take control of
your computer; and it automatically downloads the latest updates or
allows users to customize and configure the protection they want.
The Certified for Windows Vista Trend Micro Internet Security
release incorporates the Trend Micro well-known PC-cillin(TM)
engine and anti-malware protection along with a host of new
features addressing rootkits, spyware, phishing, spam, hackers,
viruses, WiFi attacks, smartphone threats and the growing number of
identity-theft threats. In addition, the Trend Micro Internet
Security subscription includes TrendSecure(TM), new online security
services. TrendSecure brings added security for consumers that not
only connect while at home, but often connect while they are on the
go. TrendSecure is currently available to customers across the US,
Japan, Australia, UK, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China. "We are pleased
to offer Windows Vista users the timely choice of a premium
internet suite or a purpose-built antivirus plus anti-spyware
solution, because increasingly mobile consumers and
computer-connected families want to email, shop, share pictures,
bank, browse, instant message with confidence, safe from malicious
attacks and time-consuming interruptions," said Lane Bess, global
general manager, consumer products and services, Trend Micro. "We
have worked closely with Microsoft during the beta and RC programs
to become the first and only anti-malware vendor to earn the
Certified for Windows Vista software logo, continuing to ensure
that consumers can rely on Trend Micro's long-standing security
expertise to help protect their systems, just as we've safeguarded
users of Windows client operating systems for nearly two decades."
"We appreciate Trend Micro's commitment to and early product
support for Windows Vista, which it demonstrated by ensuring that
its customers had Trend Micro's security product betas to test
alongside our key Windows Vista release milestones," said Ben
Fathi, corporate vice president of the Security Technology Unit at
Microsoft Corp. "Our security partners play a vital role in the
early adoption, development and delivery of Microsoft technologies.
By working closely with security partner Trend Micro to deliver its
two consumer security offerings, we are helping provide our mutual
customers with a high-quality product, seamless technology
integration and improved user experiences." Highlighted Features of
Trend Micro Internet Security for Windows Vista Customers who
upgrade or purchase Trend Micro Internet Security for Windows Vista
will be assured a seamless upgrade process. Additionally, features
include a powerful fully integrated anti-spyware/antivirus engine
and library that blocks and removes more spyware, adware, and
grayware than ever before. The engine also takes full advantage of
the latest innovations in anti-spyware, such as Venus Spy Trap(TM)
behavioral monitoring and a uniquely innovative Rootkit Common
Module that specifically blocks rootkits, a new type of deep-hiding
invader. Anti-spam technology has been enhanced. Features and
Benefits of Trend Micro Internet Security * Spyware Protection:
Blocks and removes spyware, crimeware, adware, grayware and
rootkits, a new type of deep-hiding invader. * Antivirus Security:
Detects and removes viruses and the latest threats from your email,
Internet downloads, removable media and PCs. Updates are installed
automatically for the most up-to-date protection. An outbreak
warning system, along with Windows vulnerability assessments, is
provided. * Personal Firewall: Blocks hackers and network viruses
from attacking your home network using a customizable
inbound/outbound firewall. * Web-threat Defense: Protects from
on-line phishing scams designed to steal credit card and bank
account numbers. Easy to configure and notifies of the latest
Web-site risk. * Wireless Protection: Safeguards against
unauthorized users invading your WiFi home network. * Home Network
Control: Manage, configure and update security under one household
license for up to three PCs on your network wherever Trend Micro
Internet Security is installed with this easy-to-use management
console. * Customer Care: Free phone, email and chat support from
Trend Micro employees as well as added diagnostic tools for remote
support help assure extraordinary customer care in North America.
Household Subscription Pricing and Availability - Trend Micro
Internet Security and Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware For
Trend Micro Internet Security for Windows Vista, North American
pricing is $49.95 for a one year subscription. The annual
subscription for Trend Micro Internet Security for Windows Vista
provides protection for up to three PCs along with free support and
includes the TrendSecure online services. In order to assure
continuous protection for consumers, new services and features
released during the subscription period are provided for free. Once
the subscription expires, a 12-month subscription renewal costs
$49.95. In North America, for Trend Micro AntiVirus plus
AntiSpyware for Windows Vista a single-copy annual subscription
costs $39.95. This next-generation hybrid internet security and
services suite, as well as the Trend Micro AntiVirus plus
AntiSpyware, will be available in North America on January 30 for
download at: http://www.trendmicro.com/en/home/us/personal.htm or
http://www.trendsecure.com/subscription_info/subscription_info.php
About Trend Micro Incorporated Trend Micro Incorporated is a
pioneer in secure content and threat management. Founded in 1988,
Trend Micro provides individuals and organizations of all sizes
with award-winning security software, hardware and services. With
headquarters in Tokyo and operations in more than 30 countries,
Trend Micro solutions are sold through corporate and value-added
resellers and service providers worldwide. For additional
information and evaluation copies of Trend Micro products and
services, visit our Web site at http://www.trendmicro.com/ . NOTE:
Trend Micro, the t-ball logo, TrendSecure, Venus Spy Trap and
PC-cillin are trademarks or registered trademarks of Trend Micro
Incorporated. All other company or product names may be trademarks
or registered trademarks of their owners. DATASOURCE: Trend Micro,
Incorporated CONTACT: Michael Sweeny of Trend Micro,
+1-408-863-6384, or Web site: http://www.trendmicro.com/
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