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PC Tools now offers a reliable free version of anti-virus software to help consumers bypass rogue virus vendors

SAN FRANCISCO, CA January 5, 2007 - PC Tools announced today it is offering its highly regarded AntiVirus Internet security software free to consumers who can download it from: http://www.pctools.com/free-antivirus/.

"We know many consumers are being misled by rogue security companies providing bogus virus threat solutions. Consumers are misled into downloading these dubious products only to find they have loaded nw viruses and spyware into their computers," said Michael Greene, Vice President for Product Strategy.

"We want to help consumers begin the New Year with added confidence that their security needs are met when they surf the Internet," Greene said.

The free version will provide:

• OnGuard Protection that provides real time shields against viruses.
• Smart Updates to keep virus definitions and other feature enhancements up to date.
• Virus Quarantines and restores items that have been detected.
• Logging of File Scans conducted by PC Tools AntiVirus
• Enhanced architecture offering scanning and virus removal capability of the entire operating system by users with "limited permission" accounts.

Those who purchase the paid version of PC Tools AntiVirus also receive high-speed updates, dedicated 24/7 support, and phone assistance for a cost of only $29.95, Greene said.

"We are currently developing wraparound solutions combining both spyware and virus protection. We are also improving our scanners and reducing the footprint required to track these threats," Greene said, adding that the New Year will bring exciting improvements to PC Tool product offerings.

¹ Current awards include: PC Magazine Best Anti-Spyware 2005, Editor's Choice 2006; Windows XP Magazine, Editor's Choice; PC Pro Recommended 2006, A List product; PC Answers Editor's Choice 2006; PC Advisor Gold award 2006; PC User 'Top Buy' 2006; Computer Shopper Best Anti-Spyware of 2006.

ABOUT PC TOOLS™

PC Tools is a global security software leader with products including award-winning Spyware Doctor along with effective anti-spyware products. PC Tools is a leader in real-time anti-spyware, security, and utility technologies and has a number of key patents pending. PC Tools security products are available in major retail stores and have been downloaded over 125 million times.

The PC Tools Malware Research Center monitors trends and emerging spyware issues and provides security solutions for the consumer and enterprise marketplace. The malware database is highly integrated with Spyware Doctor's broad range of scanning and real-time system protection tools, making Spyware Doctor one of the most effective anti-spyware products on the market today. The company is headquartered in Sydney, with offices in San Francisco, London, Dublin, Melbourne, and Kiev. PC Tools has a global network of distributors, resellers, and retailers.

Contact:

Michael P. Greene
Vice President
Product Strategy
PC TOOLS
M. +1 415 350 5084
F. +1 303 998 1699
E. mgreene@pctools.com
http://www.pctools.com/

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