Trend Micro Announces PC-cillin 2002: Complete Security Protection for the Home Computer

Business Wire, March 12, 2002

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

CUPERTINO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 12, 2002

First All-in-One Consumer Antivirus, Personal Firewall & Wireless

Device Protection Below US$40

Trend Micro(TM), Inc. (Nasdaq:TMIC)(TSE: 4704), a worldwide leader in network antivirus and Internet content security solutions, today announced the availability of PC-cillin 2002(R), the latest version of its award-winning consumer desktop antivirus solution, to help protect home users from the next generation of viruses and malicious code. PC-cillin 2002 is a comprehensive antivirus (AV) solution offering an integrated personal firewall, wireless device protection and advanced detection and eradication for viruses and other malicious code threats. At US$39.95, PC-cillin 2002 sets a new standard for value in consumer desktop AV protection. It is available today for download at the Trend Micro Web site www.trendmicro.com.

"Trend Micro is pleased to be able to bring this market leading offering to home users," said Alvin Graylin, Product Group Manager, Trend Micro. "PC-cillin 2002 offers an all-in-one solution at an unprecedented price point. This means that for the first time, home users have a superior alternative when selecting their home computer security protection."

Leading Antivirus Protection

PC-cillin 2002 brings Trend Micro's leading enterprise class antivirus technology to home users in an easy-to-use and affordable solution. PC-cillin 2002 is designed to block all types of viruses, including newer threats that can be passed through Web sites, email, network servers, CD-ROMs or floppy disks and open doors to private or confidential information. The product also offers security to prevent access to offensive Web sites and provides home users with a reliable and manageable antivirus solution. PC-cillin 2002 is compatible with all Windows desktop operating systems, including Windows 2000 and Windows XP.

Integrated Personal Firewall

With the advent of DSL and cable technologies, computers can come under attack at any time, because of "always on" Internet connections. The integrated personal firewall in PC-cillin 2002 is designed to effectively secure the personal computer from hostile attacks and information theft, protecting the integrity of consumers' data and safeguarding their computers from hidden threats. This means that whether home users are accessing the Internet with cable modem, DSL or dial-up, they can be protected from hackers.

Integrated Wireless Device Protection

More and more home users also use a wireless device in conjunction with their home computers. Handheld devices are susceptible to viruses and other malicious threats whenever users receive email, browse the Web, or receive information via beaming or synching. In addition to providing protection during synching and device-resident protection, PC-cillin 2002 includes a real-time antivirus solutions for Palm OS and Pocket PC handheld devices, automatically scanning every application before it is executed or launched.

Pricing and Availability

Trend Micro's PC-cillin 2002 is available for download for US$39.95 at www.trendmicro.com. Home users who have purchased PC-cillin 2000 within 90 days of PC-cillin 2002's release date will be offered a free upgrade to PC-cillin 2002. Current PC-cillin 2000 customers who made their purchase more than 90 days prior to the new release can upgrade to PC-cillin 2002 for US$19.95. To receive the full benefits of this latest release of PC-cillin 2002, Trend Micro recommends that customers with older versions of PC-cillin purchase a full version of PC-cillin 2002. Downloads and upgrades will be available at the Trend Micro Web site at www.trendmicro.com or www.pc-cillin.com after March 12, 2002. For additional information in North America, please contact Trend Micro's customer service representatives at 1-800-228-5651.

About Trend Micro

Trend Micro is a worldwide leader in network antivirus and Internet content security and the global leader(1) in server-based antivirus and Internet content security products and services. The Tokyo-based corporation has its North American headquarters in Cupertino, CA and business units worldwide. Trend Micro products and services are sold directly, through corporate, value-added resellers and managed service providers. For additional information and evaluation copies of all Trend Micro products, visit www.trendmicro.com.

Note to Editors: PC-cillin is a registered trademark of Trend Micro, Inc. in the US. All other brands or products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders and should be treated as such.

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