New F-Secure solution offers faster, lighter and safer IT security for businesses

Nov 30, 2009:

Faster and safer protection with less resource use – F-Secure Client
Security 9 offers centrally managed security that makes sense for
business.

Helsinki, Finland –
November 30, 2009: F-Secure Client Security 9 provides uncompromised
protection without slowing down the computer. Corporate desktops and
laptops are protected against all online threats significantly faster
and with less system impact than ever. This means that businesses can
protect their confidential data, prevent the spread of malware in their
networks, and block hostile intrusion attempts more effectively, also
on the Windows 7 operating system.

According to performance tests by the independent testing organization
AV-Test.org*, the new version of Client Security has 50% less system
impact, is 70% lighter in memory usage, and completes a system scan 50%
faster than the previous version. The attractively redesigned user
interface and central management through F-Secure Policy Manager make
security administration simple. Security problems are handled
automatically without disturbing or confusing the end user.

Maria Nordgren, VP, Corporate Business, from F-Secure says, “We
have listened to business IT managers. They want the best protection
possible without slowing down computers or having employees distracted
by security issues. I’m proud to say F-Secure Client Security 9
delivers cutting-edge security with major performance gains and
sophisticated automation, so companies can really focus on their
business priorities.”

Eric Langevin, Technical Manager from Overlap Réseaux, an
F-Secure partner in France, confirms the improvements: “I installed
Client Security 9 on my laptop and I have to admit F-Secure is
delivering on its promises: memory consumption is halved on the main
processes and Browsing Protection is a nice addition, simple and
intuitive. Performance has been improved too."

F-Secure Client Security 9 provides enhanced malware detection by
utilizing the latest in-the-cloud reputation services, fast behavior
monitoring and rootkit scanning technologies. The updatable core
security technology has been redesigned to provide instant protection
for the end-user and the administrator. This means high detection rates
against malware, spyware, and phishing, as well as enhanced performance
and protection against future threats.

The new Browsing Protection feature with its unique Exploit Shield
component shows which websites are safe to enter and automatically
blocks harmful sites, while protecting against browser and plug-in
exploits, and drive-by downloads. The Exploit Shield also protects
against exploits of security holes for which there is no patch yet.

Features:
- Windows 7 support.
- Performance gains include less system impact, less memory use, faster system scans, and enhanced malware detection.
- New Browsing Protection with Exploit Shield blocks access to harmful websites and web exploits.
- F-Secure Real-time Protection Network responds instantly to new and future threats.
- Redesigned user interface and central management make security easy to administer.
- Automated decisions save time and reduce management tasks.
- Remote quarantine management for suspicious files.
- E-mail and Web scanning.
- Firewall with intrusion prevention.
- Central management with F-Secure Policy Manager.

More information on F-Secure Client Security 9.

F-Secure – Protecting the irreplaceable
While you concentrate on what is important to you, we make sure you are
protected and safe online whether you are using a computer or a
smartphone. We also backup and enable you to share your important
files. Our services are available through over 200 operators around the
world and trusted in millions of homes and businesses. Founded in 1988,
F-Secure is listed on NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd. www.f-secure.com

*AV-Test GmbH (http://www.av-test.org) Updated: November 2009

For more information, please contact
Katja Mälkki
Marketing Manager
E-mail: firstname.lastname@f-secure.com
Tel. +358 40 507 4750

Media contact
Hetta Huittinen
E-mail: firstname.lastname@f-secure.com
Tel. +358 40 0339 597

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