Alarming levels of internet threats are hindering GCC residents, having the right tools for a secure web world is crucial, security experts said. “Maximum security and online freedom is crucial for success in today's internet era,” said Anthony O'Mara, associate vice president, Trend Micro, EMEA. “We offer the strongest real-time protection, and given the global meltdown, operating in a secure online environment should be a top business priority.” Trend Micro Incorporated, a leader in content security software and services, is using the 2008 Gitex exhibition to highlight the dangers that business and personal users are facing. “The region is not immune to threats, and as the fastest growing IT market in the world, the Middle East region is a magnet for fraudsters looking to capitalize on any weakness,” he said. “In this year's release of Trend Micro Internet Security and Trend Micro Internet Security Pro, we focused on developing products that offer smarter protection against data-stealing threats, along with the smallest impact on computer resources. Customers will experience up to over 40 percent lower memory usage and nearly 50 percent faster boot-up time,” said Ian Cochrane, Marketing manager Trend Micro Middle East. “Then, by leveraging the Trend Micro Smart Protection Network, Trend Micro offers our customers the strongest real-time protection against the latest Internet threats while enjoying online activities to the fullest.” The enhanced Home Network Security Management function allows users to see and remotely manage other computers in their home network through a graphical home network map and the ability to block wireless network intruders. __
