America Online Launches AOL 9.0 Security Edition

America Online, Inc., the world's leading interactive services company, today announced the launch of AOL(R) 9.0 Security Edition, the latest version of the AOL(R) software that provides a comprehensive suite of safety and security features to make it easier for consumers and their families to stay safer online.





Building on AOL 9.0 Optimized, AOL 9.0 Security Edition is the first version of America Online to focus specifically on safety and security and is especially beneficial for people who use a basic high-speed Internet connection. It offers online consumers a convenient and easy-to-use package of essential safety and security protections, among them:

-- McAfee(R) VirusScan(R) Online, a leading virus-protection program that automatically updates when the user is online, protecting the whole computer from known viruses, trojans, and worms. AOL is the only online service to offer world-class virus protection as part of basic membership;

-- AOL(R) Spyware Protection with an added SpyZapper feature that automatically targets the most disruptive forms of spyware and other programs that may interfere with members' online experience;

-- Simplified Spam Control tools and new SpIM (instant message spam) protection to make it even easier for members to keep their e-mail box and instant messages free of spam;

-- McAfee(R) Personal Firewall Express to help guard members with high-speed connections against hackers and unauthorized intruders by building a barrier around their computer;

-- Pop-up controls that automatically protect from Web pop-up ads;

-- Money Alerts to notify consumers of unauthorized bank account or credit card activity; and

-- Award-winning, comprehensive Parental Controls to help protect members' families as they use the Internet, with an array of features, including new Teens Search and available soon, a new IM Safety List feature that lets parents approve who can contact their kids via instant messages.

AOL 9.0 Security Edition is available now at no additional charge to members using the dial-up and AOL(R) for Broadband services at AOL(R) Keyword: Upgrade or by visiting www.aol.com.

Source: press release





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