Webroot Internet Security Essentials

Webroot Internet Security Essentials was an Antivirus, Antispyware, Personal firewall security software, and back-up utility program with additional personal and PC security features. Originally launched on October 21, 2008, Webroot Internet Security Essentials was the first consumer security suite from Webroot.[1]

Webroot Internet Security Essentials
Developer(s)Webroot Software
Stable release
7.0.6.38 / 12/15/2010
Operating systemMicrosoft Windows
TypeAntivirus
LicenseProprietary
Websitehttp://www.webroot.com/En_US/consumer-products-internetessentials.html

Webroot Internet Security Essentials has been discontinued. On October 4, 2011, Webroot announced the release of its SecureAnywhere™ line of products.[2] At that time, all existing Essentials licenses were transitioned to Webroot SecureAnywhere Essentials. On October 15, 2012, this product was again updated to Webroot SecureAnywhere® Internet Security Plus.[3] The latest version of Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security Plus includes antivirus, antispyware, anti-phishing, personal firewall, password and identity protection for Microsoft Windows and macOS computers, as well as protection for Android and iOS mobile devices.[4]

Criticisms

Reviews have commented on the lack of parental controls included in this security suite as well as the difficulty in configuring the firewall.

See also

References
  1. Webroot launches consumer security suite | Cnet | October 21, 2008
  2. Webroot Delivers the Fastest, Lightest and Least Demanding Consumer Protection by Introducing Webroot® SecureAnywhere™ | Webroot Press Room | October 4, 2011
  3. Latest Webroot® Solutions Provide Superior Security Without Compromise | Webroot Press Room | October 15, 2012
  4. Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security Plus | Webroot Products
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