BROOMFIELD, Colo., June 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Webroot, the
market leader in cloud-based, real-time Internet threat detection,
today announced a strategic partnership with Plantronics
(NYSE:PLT), a pioneer in wearable technology. This agreement will
see Webroot SecureAnywhere® AntiVirus for PC Gamers bundled with
the Plantronics GameCom 788 Gaming Headset to ensure PC gamers are
protected with real-time security that doesn't impact performance
as they enjoy gameplay in stunning, cinematic sound.
Online gaming is fun and exciting, but its popularity has made
it a target for online crime. Cybercriminals are targeting gamers
to gain access to their online gaming credentials, and other
personal information that can be exploited for profit. Traditional,
signature-based antivirus solutions are notoriously bulky,
disruptive and resource hungry, making them undesirable among
gamers with high performance systems. As a result gamers either
disable their security, or remove it altogether.
By partnering with Webroot, Plantronics now provides
highly-effective, cloud-based threat detection from Webroot that is
dramatically lighter and faster than competing products. Gamers
won't be interrupted by screen freezes, game lag or system crashes
from traditional slow scans and security updates. Plantronics is
offering a 14-day free trial of Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus as
a bundle with the GameCom 788 USB headset with Dolby® 7.1 surround
sound technologies to provide players with state-of-the-art audio
communication, and innovative, online security that doesn't
compromise gameplay.
"Plantronics is committed to providing gamers with an immersive
online experience. Precision audio and the ability to communicate
with teammates is key," said Dorothy
Ferguson, director of marketing for Plantronics Gaming.
"Where Plantronics GameCom 788 with Dolby 7.1 surround eliminates
sound lag when it counts most, Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus
enhances security without jeopardizing player
performance."
"Plantronics is an industry leader that shares Webroot's
dedication to research and continual improvement through
innovation," said David Bennett,
vice president of worldwide consumer and SMB sales at Webroot.
"Because Webroot SecureAnywhere solutions fundamentally changed the
way security is delivered, they only require a very small footprint
allowing gaming PCs to perform at their peak. This is critical for
gamers, as they often sacrifice security to maximize system
performance. This partnership offers customers who demand the best
for their systems, a combination of Plantronics revolutionary sound
quality, and Webroot's unmatched protection against malware,
identity theft and phishing attacks."
Cloud-based Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus for PC Gamers
offers connected gamers an alternative to the traditional security
solutions that have proven ineffective against today's malware. It
installs in seconds and scans most PC systems in less than two
minutes. It also uses less than 4MB of RAM and its cloud-based
threat detection architecture means there are no security updates
or definitions to download. All users are protected against the
latest threats from the moment they are discovered – anywhere in
the world.
Webroot will be exhibiting at the E3 Conference on June 10 to 12, 2014 at Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California, Booth #2750. In
addition to showcasing Webroot SecureAnywhere Antivirus for PC
Gamers, event attendees will have opportunities to win prizes such
as free copies of Webroot software and a high performance gaming
system.
About Plantronics
Plantronics is a global leader in
audio communications for businesses and consumers. We have
pioneered new trends in audio technology, creating innovative
products that allow people to simply communicate. From unified
communication to Bluetooth® headsets to gaming solutions, we
deliver uncompromising quality, an ideal experience, and
extraordinary service. Plantronics is used by every company in the
Fortune 100™, as well as 911 dispatch, air traffic control and
various mission critical applications for those on the frontline.
For more information, please visit www.plantronics.com or
call (800) 544-4660.
About Webroot
Webroot is the market leader in cloud
delivered security software as a service (SaaS) solutions for
consumers, businesses and enterprises. We have revolutionized
internet security to protect all the ways you connect online.
Webroot delivers real-time advanced internet threat protection to
its customers through its BrightCloud® security intelligence
platform, and its SecureAnywhere™ suite of security products for
endpoints, mobile devices and corporate networks. Over 7 million
consumers, 1.5 million business users and 1.3 million mobile users
are protected by Webroot. Market-leading security companies,
including Palo Alto Networks, F5, Cisco, Aruba, NetCitadel, GateProtect, Microsoft and
others choose Webroot to provide advanced internet threat
protection for their products and services. Founded in 1997 and
headquartered in Colorado, Webroot
is the largest privately held internet security company in
the United States – operating
globally across North America,
Europe and the Asia Pacific region. For more information on
our products and services, visit www.webroot.com.
GameCom and Plantronics are trademarks of Plantronics, Inc.
registered in the US and other countries. Webroot, SecureAnywhere,
Webroot SecureAnywhere, BrightCloud, and Webroot BrightCloud are
trademarks or registered trademark of Webroot Inc. in the United States and other countries. All
other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
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