Symantec, the global leader in information security, today announced its continued commitment to defending small businesses from Internet threats and security risks through the availability of free educational tools and the upcoming release of Symantec AntiVirus 10.0 and Symantec Client Security 3.0 Business Packs.
"Across SA, there has been a continued investment in driving the growth of the SMB sector to foster local entrepreneurial skills and maintain the tremendous expansion that we have seen in the region over the past five years. In this early growth period, it is critical to provide tools for companies to become more knowledgeable about securing their critical assets, as well as providing solutions which offer comprehensive protection," said Patrick Evans, regional manager, Symantec Africa.
To help small businesses better understand online security and the variety of solutions available to them, Symantec has launched the following free educational tools:
* Symantec's Small Business Security Guide CD-ROM: Features an interactive guide that helps small businesses understand their exposure to online threats and risks, assesses the potential impact of a security breach and evaluates security options. The CD-ROM, which can be ordered online at www.symantec.com/sb_cd, also includes resources on Internet security best practices for small businesses.
* Monthly Small Business Newsletter: Subscribe at www.symantec.com/sb_news to receive helpful articles on the latest Internet security trends, topics and Symantec product promotions for small businesses via e-mail.
* Symantec's Small Business Security Book: Tailored to address the needs of small businesses, Symantec's 'IT Security for Small Businesses' provides an overview of the various technologies small businesses implement, the threats and risks their systems may be exposed to, the types of security solutions they can turn to and helpful security checklists. Small businesses can download the book online at www.symantec.com/sb_book.
* Monthly Small Business Webcast: Symantec launches its first monthly Webcast for small businesses on 18 May 2005, with a session titled 'Securing Your Business Network'. Interested participants can register online at www.symantec.com/sb_webcast.
Symantec will also strengthen its portfolio of solutions for small businesses, with the upcoming launch of Symantec Client Security 3.0 and Symantec AntiVirus 10.0 Business Packs, which will detect and remove spyware, as well as provide integrated tools to repair damage caused by these risks. Symantec Client Security 3.0 Business Packs will provide robust desktop and server protection, as well as centralised management and ease of administration through its simplified management of integrated anti-virus, firewall and intrusion prevention technologies. Symantec AntiVirus 10.0 Business Packs will provide automatic defence and response against spyware, viruses and worms, in addition to scalable centralised management and response capabilities that maximise uptime and minimise costs.
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