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Anti-Virus Features

Main Advantages

Combined antivirus technologies. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 relies upon integrated methods to scan for viruses: the reactive method (using signature databases) and proactive protection (behavior blocker and heuristic analysis).

Optimized for use on laptops. Users of laptops benefit from an economy mode that conserves battery energy, while users of WiFi (wireless) Internet services can automatically update antivirus databases. The program has been optimized for use on laptops based on Intel Centrino mobile technology, and for use on computers with Intel processors that support Hyper-Threading technology.

Simplicity and convenience. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 is installed and set up in a matter of minutes, while the context-sensitive help function helps users quickly understand the finer points of the program's capabilities. Moreover, the program regularly notifies users of its current protection status and gives recommendations for dealing with virus epidemics and potential threats.

Anti-Virus Protection

Protection for email. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 scans email traffic for viruses according to the protocol via which it is sent (POP3, IMAP and NNTP for incoming mail and SMTP for outgoing mail) on any mail program, while plug-ins and treatment for viruses in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Outlook Express mail databases are offered.

Scanning of Internet traffic. All HTTP Internet traffic is scanned for viruses in real-time, ensuring that infected objects are not saved to the computer's hard disk.

Protection for file systems. Individual files, catalogues and disks can be designated for antivirus scanning. Users can limit antivirus scanning to critical areas of the operating system and startup objects to ensure that attention is focused on the most vulnerable areas of the system.

Proactive Protection

Control over changes in the file system. With Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 it is possible to compile lists of applications, the component structure of which will be controlled, thus helping to prevent malicious programs from undermining the integrity of the application.

Monitors processes in the memory. Anti-Virus 6.0 monitors the activity of programs and processes that have been launched in the computer's memory and, at the same time, warns users of any dangerous, suspicious or hidden processes (that is, rootkits), and of unauthorized changes in routine processes.

Monitors changes in the operating system registry. Anti-Virus 6.0 controls the status of the system registry and notifies users of any suspicious objects or attempts to create hidden keys in the registry.

Blocks dangerous macros. Proactive protection affords control over the operation of macros based on Visual Basic for Applications in Microsoft Office documents and blocks dangerous macro-commands from being executed.

System restore. The system can be restored after malicious activity. Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0 can roll back any changes made to the system by malicious programs.

Fast Operating Speeds

Technology for accelerated antivirus scanning. iSwift and iChecker technology make it possible to limit scanning to new and modified files, or to limit scanning to potentially dangerous objects only. Antivirus scanning can be suspended during times of increased user activity to ensure that your computer's resources are free for your use.

Reduced update sizes. The size of updates downloaded to users' PC has been reduced almost 10 times (now amounting to several tens of kilobytes) in Kaspersky Anti-Virus 6.0, making our updates virtually instant.

Internet Security Features

Includes: Anti-Virus + Anti-Spyware + Anti-Spam and Anti-Hacker Personal Firewall all packed into one solution!

Main Advantages

Unified line of defense. Kaspersky Internet Security 6.0 processes all incoming and outgoing data on your computer, including email, Internet traffic and network interaction, without the need for additional security applications.

Compatibility. A major advantage of Kaspersky Internet Security is that it is fully compatible with operating systems from the Microsoft Windows family and interacts well with Microsoft Windows XP Security Center. The program has been optimized for use on laptops based on Intel Centrino mobile technology, and for use on computers with Intel processors that support Hyper-Threading technology.

Simplicity and Convenience. The configuration wizard helps you choose the optimal program operation mode. Antivirus database and program updates are automatic. Moreover, the context sensitive help function enables you to quickly understand the finer points of the product's settings.

Protection from viruses

Email protection. Internet Security 6.0 scans email traffic for viruses according to the protocol via which it is sent (POP3, IMAP and NNTP for incoming mail and SMTP for outgoing mail) on any mail program. We also offer plug-ins and treatment for viruses in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Outlook Express mail databases.

Scanning of Internet traffic. All HTTP Internet traffic is scanned for viruses in real-time, ensuring that infected objects are not saved to the computer's hard disk. Statistics about harmful scripts can be accessed using a plug-in for Microsoft Internet Explorer.

File system protection. Individual files, catalogues and disks can be designated for antivirus scanning. Users can limit antivirus scanning to critical areas of the operating system and startup objects to ensure that attention is focused on the most vulnerable areas of the system.

Proactive protection. Kaspersky Internet Security monitors program activity and all processes launched in RAM. It notifies users of dangerous, suspicious or hidden processes (that is, rootkits), prevents harmful changes to the file system and restores the system after malicious activity.

Protection from spyware

Secures confidential information. Internet Security 6.0 prevents confidential information (such as passwords, bank account numbers and credit card details) being stolen from your computer. It detects phishing messages and disables links to phishing sites.

Safe Internet surfing. Internet Security 6.0 prevents dangerous scripts from being launched on websites, and blocks popup windows and advertising banners.

Blocks automatic dial up programs. Any unauthorized attempts to dial up premium-rate telephone services from your modem are blocked.

Protection from hackers

Blocks network attacks. Intrusion detection system monitors any network activity that has the characteristics of a hacker attack. The personal firewall program prevents hacker attacks by blocking connections from the hacker's computer with a high security, customizable personal firewall.

Full control over network activity. This anti-hacker or personal firewall program controls all requests from applications to websites, in accordance with the program rules that have been set, and tracks all incoming and outgoing data packages.

Safety on all networks. When a computer connects to a network, the program asks you to specify the type of network (a trusted network, Intranet or the Internet), so that the firewall can choose how strict the rules should be.

Stealth mode. This personal firewall technology makes the computer invisible to outside users, effectively preventing all types of DoS (Denial of Service) attacks.

Protection from spam

Integrated protection from spam. Several methods are used in combination to ensure the highest possible level of spam detection, including blacklists and whitelists of IP addresses and word combinations typical of spam together with self-learning algorithms. The program also scans graphic images for spam attributes.

Support for common mail programs. An expansion module, specifically designed for Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Outlook Express, enables you to set processing rules for messages according to their post-analysis status.

Preliminary analysis of messages. To economize time and network traffic, the Mail Manager conducts preliminary analyses of message headings in all incoming email before downloading them from the mail server. This also reduces the risk of spam and viruses being downloaded to your computer.

Kaspersky Advanced Features

Kaspersky is more than the average Anti-Virus program, it has so many ADVANCED features that no other program can compete with it.

Swift and iChecker optimize and accelerate antivirus scanning by intelligently caching data from previous scans.

User activity is monitored and results in suspension of scanning in case of increased user activity with scanning tasks suspended until the load is reduced. This balances the system's load and ensures that scanning tasks do not utilize system resources required by the user.

A new system for antivirus scanning of compound objects optimizes system performance when scanning complex or compound objects

SafeStream scanning of traffic ensures high productivity and optimal scanning of HTTP- traffic and searches the signatures of network attacks in traffic.

Restoration after malicious attack rolls back actions completed by a malicious object after the object has been detected and removes them.

Advanced Disinfection removes malicious software that is already loaded in RAM and prevents the malicious software from re-loading itself.

The Rescue Disk Creation Wizard can create a bootable disk image which will allow your system to recover after critical damage by virus attack.

Self-defense technology makes it hard for malicious programs to block or damage the antivirus program.

Anti-Virus Scan is performed "on the fly" and covers most data transfer protocols, including HTTP, SMTP, NNTP, POP3, IMAP4 and NNTP, preventing infection even before files and emails are saved on the local disk.

Fast response to new threats, as indicated in independent tests provided by 24/7 Virus Lab in Moscow and a team of experienced anti-virus researchers located across the globe

Automatic hourly updates plus additional emergency updates as required

Small, intelligent incremental updates - around 40KB, only new update files are downloaded

Includes protection from 'spyware' applications - including keyloggers, backdoors, adware, dialers and other 'riskware' applications

Leading proactive detection technologies (heuristic, generic and behavioral) find new threats without the need for an emergency update – before they have a chance to spread

Small footprint and efficient use of system resources

Real-time email scanning independent of which client application is installed e.g. Outlook, Outlook Express, Eudora etc

iChecker™ & iStreams™ technology means that we need to scan ONLY those files that have changed, NOT every file. Since most scanning is redundant, this delivers a huge performance benefit