Panda Software Launches USA Preview for New WebAdmin Antivirus

PANDA SOFTWARE LAUNCHES USA PREVIEW FOR NEW WEBADMIN ANTIVIRUS Innovative Web-Based Administration Antivirus Solution Soon to be Available Worldwide GLENDALE, CA - December 17, 2003 - Panda Software announced today the availability of the preview program for its new Panda WebAdmin Antivirus (Powered by Secure Resolutions) in the USA. This is a new solution offered jointly by Panda Software and Secure Resolutions to protect computer systems and networks against malicious code that can be managed securely and remotely via the Internet. The powerful management functionalities incorporated in WebAdmin Antivirus allows companies to protect their IT infrastructure with the latest antivirus technology within minutes. Its advanced technology means that users of this new Panda Software product can install and update the antivirus protection even on computers that are not connected to the corporate network or those without an Internet connection "I have totally switched my entire LAN to Panda WebAdmin Antivirus exclusively because of its reliability. I will be recommending your product to our corporate IT people, who support 90,000 computers. Moreover, I’ve installed it on my parents home computer …. That is how strongly I feel about the product," said Robert Haney, IT Manager, TYCO INTERNATIONAL Panda WebAdmin Antivirus uses two technologies (Powered by Secure Resolution) to keep all computers in the corporate IT structure constantly updated: “Distributed Server Internet Sharing” and “Distributed Server File Sharing”. The first of these allows computers without an Internet connection to have their antivirus protection updated by using computers with an Internet connection as gateways. The second technology lets machines with updated protection to share the update files with other computers in the network. This minimizes bandwidth usage in the corporate network. To further increase security, Panda WebAdmin Antivirus looks for updates both of the product and the virus signature file when machines are started up as well as at regular intervals scheduled by the user. Panda WebAdmin Antivirus guarantees not only the most advanced antivirus protection on computers, but also the best defense against new viruses thanks to its automatic, daily updates. Panda WebAdmin Antivirus can be installed in two different ways: • Through an automatically generated URL. The Panda Software server creates an Internet address that network users can connect to in order to download and install the antivirus software on their computers automatically. This type of installation allows antivirus protection to be deployed even to laptop computers that only occasionally connect to the corporate network. • Through remote deployment. If the system administrator selects this option, they can install the antivirus on every computer on the network (including machines without an Internet connection) through an Active X control. Companies will find WebAdmin Antivirus licensing system highly cost-effective, as they can purchase only the number of licenses they need to best suit the needs of their computer network. WebAdmin Antivirus (Powered by Secure Resolutions) has been designed to provide companies with maximum protection against all types of viruses without a need for a dedicated antivirus administration server. It also allows enterprises to monitor the antivirus protection for all of its workstations and servers across the organization, regardless of where they are located or what type of machine, such as laptops, without a continuous network connection. WebAdmin Antivirus (Powered by Secure Resolution) offers equal or higher performance than traditional antivirus applications but with lower administrator intervention, resulting in reduced maintenance costs. Installing this solution from Panda Software prevents the need for a dedicated antivirus administration server and does not use up valuable storage space, as all the processes are carried out using Panda Software’s servers. Similarly, WebAdmin Antivirus allows installations in different offices to be managed via a single computer, ensuring that all the company’s computers are always protected, even if they are miles away. WebAdmin Antivirus also offers other advantages over traditional antivirus programs, including: • It ensures that computers without Internet access are protected, as it can be updated via LANs. • Completely automatic, hands-off updates. • Fault-tolerance and secure communication. • Time saving for administrators. • Easier management and installation. • Optimized resource usage in the workstations protected, and reduced bandwidth usage. • Customizable settings for each user. To adapt to the specific needs of each company, WebAdmin Antivirus is available in two versions: • Panda WebAdmin Antivirus for workstations. • Panda WebAdmin Antivirus for workstations and file servers. For further information on WebAdmin Antivirus, visit Panda Software’s website at http://us.pandasoftware.com/products/webadmin. ABOUT PANDA SOFTWARE Panda Software (http://us.pandasoftware.com), a world leader in virus and intrusion prevention, offers unrivalled proactive security solutions for all types of users, from the largest corporations through small and medium-sized companies to home users. Its corporate products offer hassle-free automatic and centralized administration and provide network-wide protection, via multi-layer security technology, to ensure uniform protection across the enterprise, from remote users and workstations to mail gateways and internal and perimeter servers. Panda Software’s solutions have received awards and quality certifications from the sector’s most widely-respected organizations, including ICSA Labs and Checkmark and its commitment to customer service, innovative products, and the pioneering concept of 24h-365d tech support have revolutionized the IT security industry. ABOUT Secure Resolutions Secure Resolutions – Oregon-based Corporation is dedicated to providing a worldwide IT Security Management System, which directly decreases time spent on managerial operations, while maintaining a very real and significant return of investment on a company’s balance sheet, as well as greatly increasing the overall security. Secure Resolutions is a leader in the web-based security technology, featuring patented pending technology deployed within the Company’s and Panda Software anti-virus web serviced platforms. For more information on Secure Resolutions products and services, visit its web site at www.secureresolutions.com FOR MORE INFORMATION: Alan Wallace [email protected] Phone: (818) 543-6909 Nancy Elder Secure Resolutions Inc. [email protected] Phone: (775) 741-6145