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Laplink and Webroot Software announced an exciting partnership today, that gives PCmover customers the ability to eliminate spyware and viruses from their old PC before they start transferring applications, files and settings via PCmover - ensuring their new PC remains free of infection. A free 30 day unlimited trial version of Spy Sweeper - the multiple award winning antispyware utility with antivirus tools - will be integrated within the latest version of PCmover.
Laplink Software has a 25 year history in connectivity solutions - ranging from migration software for PC replacement,remote access and support, and PC synchronization. PCmover, their #1 selling software, is currently the world's leading migration utility with over 70% of the shares for the PC migration software market. PCmover automatically transfers entire applications, files, and settings from one PC to another, and outsells its competitors by a margin of 3-to-1. Businesses and consumers around the world are learning how PCmover saves them time and money while eliminating the fear of moving into a new PC.
"PCmover customers have always been advised to perform a full scan before starting the move to their new PC", Laplink's VP of Global Marketing and Communications, Emir Aboulhosn says, "Now with Spy Sweeper integrated, consumers will have the opportunity to use a leading antispyware and antivirus solution to ensure that any spyware and/or viruses on their old PC will not be transferred to their new PC during migration".
Spy Sweeper is the top award winning antispyware software on the market today, with rave reviews from the technology industry and their consumers alike. The version included with PCmover also integrates a powerful antivirus utility to further protect their customers' PCs. Webroot Spy Sweeper's advanced search methods locate and completely remove destructive spyware that hides within a PC, including rootkit technology. Users have the ability to continue protecting their old and new PC's through Spy Sweeper's real time protection using Smart Shields technology
"Webroot is proud to be selected as the recommended security solution for PCmover", says Mike Irwin, COO, Webroot Software. "This partnership simply adds to the list of reasons why customers don't need to delay purchasing a new PC for fear of the tedious tasks ahead of them. With PCmover and Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus, customers know they can set up their new PC quickly, easily and now safely".
PCmover is available at major electronic retailers as well as online at www.laplink.com or can be ordered directly by calling 1-800-LAPLINK.
About Webroot Software
Webroot Software, Inc. provides industry leading security software for consumers, enterprises
and small and medium businesses worldwide. Globally recognized for its award-winning Spy
Sweeper® line of antispyware and antivirus products, Webroot security software consistently
receives top review ratings by respected third-party experts and has been adopted by millions
globally. Webroot AntiVirus and AntiSpyware with Firewall provides complete protection against
viruses, spyware, data theft and hackers. Webroot Child Safe offers powerful and easy to use
protection to keep kids safe online. Webroot Window Washer® eliminates all traces of PC and
Internet activity. Webroot products can be found at
www.webroot.com and on the shelves of leading retailers
worldwide. To find out more visit
www.webroot.com or call 1-800-772-9383.
Laplink specializes in PC migration, file transfer, remote access and synchronization solutions that simplify connectivity for business and home users. Whether you need to migrate to a new PC, transfer large files, remotely control and access your computer, share files, keep devices synchronized or back up data, Laplink offers an easy and secure application to do the job. The privately held company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington with offices in Canada and Europe.
For more information about this release, please contact:
Laplink Software Public Relations
press at laplink.com
604.681.2107