In the News
December 2006
12.25.06 ITP | Nothing to See – Keep Your Habits Private
Whenever you use a PC, you inadvertently leave a footprint behind of your actions. Any items you’ve deleted for instance, aren’t actually 100% gone as there are still fragments of data on your hard drive that can be reconstructed using an undelete program.
12.18.06 CRN | Webroot EMEA Partners Given the ChannelEdge
Speaking to CRN, Daniel Mothersdale, EMEA marketing director at Webroot, said: “The portal was initially developed in the US, but due to demand we have decided to make it available to our European partners.”
12.04.06 Denver Business Journal | Webroot Launches Small–Business Software Package
Webroot Software Inc. announced Wednesday that it would offer a suite of software geared to small and mid–sized businesses.
November 2006
11.20.06 Fox News | Webroot Adding Parental–Control Software
Child Safe allows parents to create profiles for each computer user, and then set what sites or types of sites each profile can visit and when.
11.13.06 eWeek | Webroot Swaps in New CEO
Webroot Software announced on Nov. 6 that it has moved Peter Watkins, a former executive at anti–virus maker McAfee, into the job of chief executive.
11.06.06 PC Magazine | Spy Sweeper 5.2 with Antivirus
The software completely integrates the virus and spyware protection; you see one schedule, one update mechanism, one on–demand scanner, and one set of real–time protective shields.
October 2006
10.25.06 TechRockies | Fast 50 Winners Named
The top Deloitte Fast 50 fastest-growing technology, media and entertainment, telecommunications and life sciences companies were named today for Colorado.
10.10.06 Rocky Mountain News | Webroot Flexing Muscle: Spyware Fighter in Partnership to Target Viruses
Webroot Software Inc. is itching to become a tech heavyweight — one known for more than its popular software that combats privacy– stealing programs known as spyware.
September 2006
09.15.06 eWeek | Spy Sweeper Digs Deep For Rootkits
Already among the most respected names in spyware defense, Webroot raises the bar with Spy Sweeper Enterprise 3.0 … the overall detection features are miles ahead of any other enterprise-grade product available today.
09.15.06 Review: Webroot Spy Sweeper 5
I have used Spy Sweeper since version 2 and will continue to do so. The product is easy to use in that you can set it up and almost forget about it as it carries out its designated task.
August 2006
08.31.06 Time to E-Can Spam
For top-notch PC protection against spyware, consider Webroot Spy Sweeper.
08.30.06 Debug the Worm
The September issue of Consumer Reports, which has a feature devoted to computer defense programs, gave its top rating to Webroot's Spy Sweeper.
08.22.06 PC Magazine | You Need Antispyware
If you connect to the Internet at all, ever, you should be worried about spyware.
08.22.06 Fighting Spyware with 'Spyware'
In addition to antivirus and anti–spam, a dedicated anti–spyware program is becoming a necessity. Spy Sweeper fills the role nicely.
08.22.06 More Consumers’ PCs Infected With Spyware
The percentage of consumers' computers carrying some sort of spyware jumped and sent overall infection rate to levels not seen since 2004.
July 2006
07.31.06 PC Magazine | Spy Sweeper 5.0
Spy Sweeper remains a favorite for protection from spyware.
07.05.06 You Can't Keep a Bad Scheme Down
As one alarming spyware scheme gets shut down, another one crops up.
June 2006
06.06.06 CSIA names Webroot Top Company Again
Webroot was named technology company of the year for the second year in a row by the Colorado Software & Internet Association.
06.02.06 Spy Sweeper Enterprise Sniffs Out Rootkits
Version 3.0 brings the enterprise version up to par with the consumer program and includes a redesigned client interface and several new defenses.
May 2006
05.09.06 A Conversation About Spyware
Had a chance the other day to talk to David Moll, CEO of Webroot, about the state of spyware.
April 2006
04.30.06 Mossberg's Mailbox
My only advice is to add a third anti-spyware program, such as Webroot's Spy Sweeper, which is my favorite.
04.20.06 The Little Blue Browser
I never cease to be amazed at the sleazy tricks that online scammers have when it comes to trying to dupe inexperienced Internet users.
04.01.06 File Sharing Dangers More Than Legal Troubles
Here's the bottom line: Avoid file-sharing programs. They could endanger your privacy and your wallet.
March 2006
03.30.06 eWeek | Anti-Malware Vendors Stare Down Microsoft Threat
David Moll, chief executive at Webroot, said he is amazed at how quickly experts are ready to believe that Microsoft's malware-fighting tools will be strong enough to serve the needs of business customers.
03.20.06 Best Anti-Malware
Webroot Spy Sweeper Enterprise 2.5 beat CA, Sunbelt and Trend Micro to be named SC Magazine's Best Anti-Malware Solution.
03.02.06 ZDNet | Windows Defender Beta 2 vs. spyware
Windows Defender only detected and removed approximately 65 percent to 75 percent of the spyware compared to Spy Sweeper.
03.01.06 Computer Outlook Radio Show (Audio Clip 1.3Mb)
Spy Sweeper saves the day by protecting users against 'Spy Sheriff'.
February 2006
02.26.06 Webroot Raises Its Stake in the Channel
Webroot already is a standout partner in terms of its responsiveness and attentiveness to the channel, said Monte Robertson, president of Software Security Solutions.
02.24.06 Spy Killer Webroot Refines Channel to Target the Enterprise
The Channel Edge Partner Program fortifies Webroot's VAR relationships and allows the company to deliver more support to each VAR.
02.22.06 Invasion of the Computer Snatchers
A look at how hackers, like "0x80" control thousands of PCs and use them to make money.
02.20.06 Spyware Can Make Your PC Lie to You - Report
The Webroot State of Spyware 2005: Year in Review reports that 2005 was the worst year for spyware - and the best year for cybercriminals - ever.
02.18.06 PC Magazine | REVIEW: Antispyware
Spy Sweeper receives fifth PC Magazine Editors' Choice award.
02.16.06 What Hides in Your Computer?
Watch out for spyware that's pretending to be anti-spyware - there are some 200 rogue anti-spyware applications out there, says Webroot CEO David Moll.
02.14.06 Spyware Triples During 2005
Spyware tripled during 2005, became ever-more sophisticated and stealthy, and attached itself to U.S. computers at rates above any other country.
02.12.06 Get Smart: Enterprise Anti-Spyware
"For my money, the best of these three enterprise anti-spyware applications is Webroot Spy Sweeper Enterprise. Its mix of granular features, real-time defense, a full client interface, and dashboard reporting- and its inclusion of external command-line tools- makes Spy Sweeper stand out."
January 2006
01.30.06 GroupTest: Anti-spyware
"With excellent protection and an enterprise-worthy management console, Spy Sweeper Enterprise has the protection you need."
01.28.06 Webroot Hires Gerhard Eschelbeck in Exec Shuffle
Webroot named Gerhard Eschelbeck as chief technology officer and senior vice president of engineering in addition to Joshua Pace's appointment as chief financial officer.
01.26.06 Is There a Spy on Your PC?
Cyber crooks are working overtime to get keystroke loggers on to your computer.
01.24.06 Product Reviews: Window Washer 6.0
"Used alongside Webroot Spy Sweeper, Window Washer provides an almost perfect privacy package."
01.22.06 Products of the Year 2005: Anti-Spyware
"Well thought-out product, enterprise features, good support availability and updated regularly."
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