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.

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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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