Kapersky internet security

Kapersky Antivirus 6.0 $39.95

Main Advantages:

Combined antivirus technologies.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 relies upon integrated methods to scan for viruses: the reactive method (using signature databases) and proactive protection (behavior blocker and heuristic analysis).

Optimized for use on laptops.
Users of laptops benefit from an economy mode that conserves battery energy, while users of WiFi (wireless) Internet services can automatically update antivirus databases. The program has been optimized for use on laptops based on Intel Centrino mobile technology, and for use on computers with Intel processors that support Hyper-Threading technology.

Simplicity and convenience.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 is installed and set up in a matter of minutes, while the context-sensitive help function helps users quickly understand the finer points of the program’s capabilities. Moreover, the program regularly notifies users of its current protection status and gives recommendations for dealing with virus epidemics and potential threats.

Key Features:

1. Antivirus protection

Protection for email.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 scans email traffic for viruses according to the protocol via which it is sent (POP3, IMAP and NNTP for incoming mail and SMTP for outgoing mail) on any mail program, while plug-ins and treatment for viruses in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Outlook Express mail databases are offered.

Scanning of Internet traffic.
All HTTP Internet traffic is scanned for viruses in real-time, ensuring that infected objects are not saved to the computer’s hard disk.

Protection for file systems.
Individual files, catalogues and disks can be designated for antivirus scanning. Users can limit antivirus scanning to critical areas of the operating system and startup objects to ensure that attention is focused on the most vulnerable areas of the system.

2. Proactive protection

Control over changes in the file system.
With Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 it is possible to compile lists of applications, the component structure of which will be controlled, thus helping to prevent malicious programs from undermining the integrity of the application.

Monitors processes in the memory.
The product monitors the activity of programs and processes that have been launched in the computer’s memory and, at the same time, warns users of any dangerous, suspicious or hidden processes (that is, rootkits), and of unauthorized changes in routine processes.

Monitors changes in the operating system registry.
The application controls the status of the system registry and notifies users of any suspicious objects or attempts to create hidden keys in the registry.

Blocks dangerous macros.
Proactive protection affords control over the operation of macros based on Visual Basic for Applications in Microsoft Office documents and blocks dangerous macro-commands from being executed.

System restore.
The system can be restored after malicious activity. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 can roll back any changes made to the system by malicious programs.

3. Fast operating speeds

Technology for accelerated antivirus scanning.
iSwift and iChecker technology make it possible to limit scanning to new and modified files, or to limit scanning to potentially dangerous objects only. Antivirus scanning can be suspended during times of increased user activity to ensure that your computer’s resources are free for your use.

Reduced update sizes.
The size of updates downloaded to users PC has been reduced almost 10 times (now amounting to several tens of kilobytes) in Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0, making our updates virtually instant.

Kapersky Internet Security $59.95

Main Advantages

Unified line of defense.
Kaspersky Internet Security 6.0 processes all incoming and outgoing data on your computer, including email, Internet traffic and network interaction, without the need for additional security applications.

Compatibility.
A major advantage of Kaspersky Internet Security is that it is fully compatible with operating systems from the Microsoft Windows family and interacts well with Microsoft Windows XP Security Center.

Simplicity and Convenience.
The configuration wizard helps you choose the optimal program operation mode. Antivirus database and program updates are automatic.

Key Features

Protection from viruses

Email protection.
The program scans email traffic for viruses according to the protocol via which it is sent on any mail program.

Scanning of Internet traffic.
All HTTP Internet traffic is scanned for viruses in real-time, ensuring that infected objects are not saved to the computer’s hard disk.

File system protection.
Individual files, catalogues and disks can be designated for antivirus scanning. Users can limit antivirus scanning to critical areas of the operating system and startup objects to ensure that attention is focused on the most vulnerable areas of the system.

Proactive protection.
Kaspersky Internet Security monitors program activity and all processes launched in RAM. It notifies users of dangerous, suspicious or hidden processes (that is, rootkits), prevents harmful changes to the file system and restores the system after malicious activity.

Protection from spyware

Secures confidential information.
The program prevents confidential information (such as passwords, bank account numbers and credit card details) being stolen from your computer. It detects phishing messages and disables links to phishing sites.

Safe Internet surfing.
The program prevents dangerous scripts from being launched on websites, and blocks popup windows and advertising banners.

Blocks automatic dial up programs.
Any unauthorized attempts to dial up premium-rate telephone services from your modem are blocked.

Protection from hackers

Blocks network attacks.
Intrusion detection system monitors any network activity that has the characteristics of a hacker attack.

Full control over network activity.
The program controls all requests from applications to websites, in accordance with the program rules that have been set, and tracks all incoming and outgoing data packages.

Safety on all networks.
When a computer connects to a network, the program asks you to specify the type of network (a trusted network, Intranet or the Internet), so that the firewall can choose how strict the rules should be.

Stealth mode.
This technology makes the computer invisible to outside users, effectively preventing all types of DoS (Denial of Service) attacks.

Protection from spam

Integrated protection from spam.
Several methods are used in combination to ensure the highest possible level of spam detection, including blacklists and whitelists of IP addresses and word combinations typical of spam together with self-learning algorithms.

Support for common mail programs.
An expansion module, specifically designed for Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Outlook Express, enables you to set processing rules for messages according to their post-analysis status.

Preliminary analysis of messages.
To economize time and network traffic, the Mail Manager conducts preliminary analyses of message headings in all incoming email before downloading them from the mail server.

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