| Microsoft's free security plan |
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| Written by NetGuide Contributor | |||||
| Wednesday, 19 November 2008 | |||||
 Microsoft is going to offer free security software, aimed at low-volume computer users who may fail to install security protection, mainly on cost grounds.
Code-named ‘Morro’, this streamlined solution will be available in the second half of 2009 and will provide comprehensive protection from malware including viruses, spyware, rootkits and trojans. “Customers around the world have told us that they need comprehensive, ongoing protection from new and existing threats, and we take that concern seriously,” said Amy Barzdukas, senior director of product management for the Online Services and Windows Division at Microsoft. “This new, no-cost offering will give us the ability to protect an even greater number of consumers, especially in markets where the growth of new PC purchases is outpaced only by the growth of malware.” The new solution will deliver the same core protection against malware as that offered through Microsoft’s enterprise solutions, but will not include many of the additional non-security features found in many consumer security suites. “Because uptake of standard anti-malware is low around the world, particularly in developing nations, the availability of basic protection for anyone who wants it is all the more important,” said Roger Kay, founder and president of Endpoint Technologies Associates. “By offering such basic protection at no charge to the consumer, Microsoft is promoting a safer environment for PCs, service providers and e-commerce itself, since it is through unprotected PCs that the worst threats are introduced to the system as a whole.” ‘Morro’ will be available as a stand-alone download and offer malware protection for the Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 operating systems. Microsoft says when used in conjunction with the ongoing security and privacy enhancements of Windows and Internet Explorer, this new solution will offer consumers “a robust, no-cost security solution to help protect against the majority of online threats”. Microsoft also announced that it will discontinue retail sales of its Windows Live OneCare subscription service effective June 30th, 2009. Direct sales of OneCare will be gradually phased out when “Morro” becomes available. Microsoft says regardless of their method of purchase, all current customers will remain protected through the life of their subscriptions. More information is available on the Windows Live OneCare Team Blog at windowsonecare.spaces.live.com
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