Internet Security Barrier X4 released
updated 01:25 pm EDT, Tue June 6, 2006
Internet Security Barrier
Intego today released Internet Security Barrier X4 Antispam Edition, a Universal Binary version of its security suite designed to provide thorough protection from the dangers of the internet. All three included applications -- NetBarrier X4, VirusBarrier X4 and Personal Antispam X4 -- are compatible with both PowerPC and Intel-based Macs. New features of Internet Security Barrier X4 Antispam Edition include: Intego widgets, for monitoring and updates; optimizations for Mac OS X 10.4, for faster operations; and improved user interfaces. Intego's NetUpdate program, also included, provides automatic updates to the applications contained in the package, program filters and virus definitions. The entire suite is priced at $90, and requires Mac OS X 10.2.8 or later.
NetBarrier X4
NetBarrier X4 is a comprehensive solution for personal internet security. The software includes comprehensive anti-hacker safeguards; both default and customizable security options; stop lists; trusted groups; and detailed logs as well as alerts. NetBarrier X4 also includes several network management functions, including detailed network port monitoring and a whois function, blocks ad banners on web pages, finds available AirPort or WiFi networks, and more.
VirusBarrier X4
VirusBarrier X4 protects against all known viruses on the Mac, according to Intego, as well as Word and Excel macro viruses. The application offers thorough protection against viruses of all types coming from infected files or applications, whether on CDs or DVDs, removable media, or files downloaded from the internet or other networks. VirusBarrier X4 protects Macs from recent security threats, such as the Leap, or the Oompa-Loompa trojan horse.
Personal Antispam X4
Intego Personal Antispam X4 is an intelligent program for fighting spam and phishing e-mails. The software learns from the e-mail users receive, and regular monthly updates to the program help keep inboxes as spam-free as possible. The program filters spam and phishing e-mails, protecting users from spam and scams.
