Agnitum Launches Free Outpost Internet Security Suite
Outpost Security Suite Free 7.0 security suite protects Windows users from full range of cyberthreatsPR Newswire -- December 15, 2010 - The security experts at Agnitum, developers of the Outpost Pro security product
line, are pleased to announce the availability of Outpost Security Suite Free
7.0, the first comprehensive security suite to protect Windows users from the
full range of cyberthreats at no charge.
"We believe users have a right to feel secure when they go online," said Vitaly
Yanko, Agnitum's Director for Marketing and Sales. "We also feel that security
should go beyond separate free firewalls, free anti-virus, and free anti-spam.
For those reasons, we made the groundbreaking decision to launch a free version
of our popular Outpost Security Suite Pro to give users 360 degrees of
protection whenever they go online.
"However helpful on an individual basis, "point" products that address separate
aspects of everyday online activity fail to address a broad range of web-borne
security issues. Against this background, Outpost Security Suite Free stands out
as the first fully-functional, industry-certified all-in-one security solution
to be made available free of charge".
The new Outpost Security Suite Free 7.0 (OSS Free) brings ease-of-use and
transparency for non-expert users who want to feel protected online without the
expense and sometimes steep learning curve of a commercial product. Right out of
the box, OSS Free provides robust, easy-to-use protection with optimal default
settings to address web-borne threats including known and zero-day viruses,
spyware, hacker attacks and intrusions, spam, and more.
Outpost Security Suite Free builds on the cutting-edge technologies in the
commercial version of the suite. While it does not provide the depth of
configuration, automation and control offered by the commercial suite, OSS Free
provides comprehensive protection against the most prevalent threats in today's
online world. The product's acclaimed proactive protection, coupled with
efficient detection and disinfection, make OSS Free a great option for web users
everywhere.
Outpost Pro solutions have gained international recognition and received many
awards around the world. In particular, Outpost has consistently registered top
scores in VirusBulletin's VB100 and Matousec.com Proactive Security Challenge,
both widely-acknowledged centers of excellence for PC security.
Agnitum's 10+ years' experience in data protection and Internet security are now
available to all users, regardless of their willingness or ability to pay.
Benefits of OSS Free
- The first fully-functional free security suite
- The latest technology - based on Outpost Security Suite Pro 7
- VB100 certified antivirus
- Best-of-breed award-winning personal firewall
- Leak-test certified by Matousec.com
- Automatic optimal configuration out of the box
- Lightweight solution that doesn't slow systems down
- Full compatibility with Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000 - both 32- and
64-bit.
A summary of the free suite's features accompanies this release in a technical
note below:
Outpost Security Suite Free 7.0. Functionality
Reactive protection
360-degree anti-malware
Both anti-virus and anti-spyware functions are provided through the universal
anti-malware module, which ensures users can surf the web and share files via
USB drive or CD without the risk of infection. The on-access monitor constantly
watches for and instantly disinfects, quarantines, or removes any malware
objects found in key areas of the PC, while the on-demand scanner lets users
scan for and remove threats on hard disks, network folders, DVDs, or external
storage devices. Email attachments are checked in real time as they leave or
arrive, and any suspicious file can be moved to the quarantine area for later
review.
Faster, more intelligent scans
SmartScan ensures that only the modified portions of the file system are
scanned, avoiding repeat scans of files that have not changed since the last
scan. The fast and intelligent anti-malware engine does not impact overall
system performance and operate in the background while the PC is used for other
tasks.
Proactive protection and connection security
Preemptive threat protection
The anti-leak module provides the first line of defense against malicious
software by proactively controlling how programs behave and interact on a PC and
preventing security breaches. By analyzing threats and displaying actionable
alerts, Outpost Free blocks zero-day attacks and other unauthorized activities,
providing advanced protection against botnets, rootkits, and inadvertent data
disclosure.
Self-protection
Today's malware frequently seeks to shut down security software to make its
infection process easier. By incorporating solid tamper-proof protection for all
its components, Outpost makes it impossible for anyone except the authorized
user of the program to disable or shut down active protection.
Acclaimed personal firewall
The two-way firewall monitors inbound and outbound connections and prevents
local and remote unauthorized network access. It conceals access ports,
rendering the user's presence on the Internet invisible to hackers and
vulnerability probes.
Protection from spam
Outpost Security Suite Free's Bayesian anti-spam engine will keep inboxes free
of junk email. Users can train it to recognize and use their own personal
definition of spam, so it becomes more efficient and an even greater time saver
the longer it is used.
Convenience and Ease of Use
Automatic configuration
Rules for most programs that access the Internet are applied automatically,
relieving the user of the need to enter rules manually every time a new
application accesses the Internet or interacts with another program.
Hands-free updates
Whenever updates to the main anti-malware engine become available, they will be
automatically applied without the need for user participation (excepting, of
course, for any required system reboot). This ensures the latest protection is
always in place.
Auto-learning mode
When the user is sure all normal computer activity is safe, it makes sense to
activate the "autolearn" mode, which will suppress all security alerts and
notifications. During this time, the program is silently learning what
constitutes safe user behavior and typical tasks and policies, and will apply
this knowledge in the future to display fewer alerts.
Compatibility
Outpost Security Suite Free 7.0 has been designed to be fully compatible with
Windows 7, Vista (up to latest SP2), Windows XP (up to SP3), as well as all
previous 32-bit versions from Windows 2000 SP4 onwards and all 64-bit Windows.
The product will work smoothly on any PC with a 450 MHz or faster CPU
(x86-/x64-/multi-core), at least 256Mb RAM and 200 Mb hard disk space.
About Agnitum
Founded in 1999, Agnitum Ltd. (www.agnitum.com) has been committed to delivering
and supporting high-quality, easy to use security software for over a decade.
Agnitum's commercial solutions for the home market are Outpost Firewall Pro and
Outpost Antivirus Pro, securing personal and family desktops, and Outpost
Security Suite Pro - an all-in-one Internet security solution. Additionally, the
company offers Outpost Network Security to provide reliable endpoint protection
and performance for small and medium-sized businesses, and Outpost Antivirus
Subscription Service for ISPs. Dedicated to global e-security, Agnitum also
offers free versions of Outpost Firewall and Outpost Security Suite Pro to
provide robust security for the broadest possible user base against viruses and
other cyberthreats.
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