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Microsoft delving deeper into system security
Microsoft is looking to provide desktop users with more information regarding the state of their anti-virus protection. The goal of the new security program, called Microsoft Security Center, will be to monitor the state of computer protection on a PC, and warn users of possible issues.
[blockquote]Microsoft Security Center (MSC) will not scan for viruses itself; rather, it will verify that anti-virus software is installed and running. It will also monitor other security-related areas, such as personal firewall software and automatic security patch-download settings. MSC will be released later this year within XP's service pack update.[/blockquote]
[link=http://www.geek.com/news/geeknews/2004Mar/gee20040308024180.htm]The full report[/link]
[blockquote]Microsoft Security Center (MSC) will not scan for viruses itself; rather, it will verify that anti-virus software is installed and running. It will also monitor other security-related areas, such as personal firewall software and automatic security patch-download settings. MSC will be released later this year within XP's service pack update.[/blockquote]
[link=http://www.geek.com/news/geeknews/2004Mar/gee20040308024180.htm]The full report[/link]
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