14 DAY TRIAL // As expected, Microsoft's entry on the security market with a complete package, which eliminates the need for additional applications, couldn't have been overlooked by the companies specialized in the field.
The same day the software giant announced the imminent availability of Windows OneCare Live, which will incorporate anti-virus, anti-spyware, back-up and tune-up apps, McAfee also announced the upcoming release of a solution, code-named Falcon, which serves the same purpose.
"McAfee's new security platform will deliver complete protection with McAfee's latest products which encompass next- generation anti-virus, anti-spyware, and breakthrough proactive "threat watch" technologies," the company's press release said.
According to McAfee, the service, under stealth development for more than 12 months, will debut this summer.
"We know from our research and relationship with millions of consumers that PC security is confusing and complex to them," said Marc Solomon, Director of Product Management, McAfee Consumer.
"With the launch of 'Falcon' this summer, we have integrated into our award-winning products powerful, yet easy to use protection that addresses both existing and emerging threats. For the consumer, we not only continue to stop the bad guys in their tracks but we will even be able sniff out and stop suspicious activity," Solomon added.
Symantec is not wasting any time either, the company being expected to release "Genesis", a project that aims to achieve the same thing as Windows OneCare Live and Falcon.