Panda Software is Ready to Offer Antimalware Benefits With Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2

Panda Software today announced it is a supporter of Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) with Advanced Security Technologies. All products from Panda Software, including the new TruPrevent Technologies, the most intelligent technologies to combat unknown viruses and intruders, work seamlessly with Windows XP SP2 to provide customers with updated support and features that enhance their experience in security against all kind of malware, including unknown viruses -such as Sasser or Mydoom- and intruders.

Pedro Bustamante, Chief Marketing Officer at Panda Software says: “By coordinating with Microsoft, we feel confident that of all our antimalware products will provide users of Windows XP SP2 with enhanced functionality and significant value.”

Windows XP is the new standard for efficient, dependable computing. It builds on the momentum of the Internet and digital media with improvements that increase productivity and provide both business and home users with an easy-to-use and exciting PC experience. Windows XP puts the exciting experiences of the digital age at users’ fingertips by uniting PCs, devices and services, and brings the solid foundation of Windows 2000 to home PC users, enhancing reliability, security and performance.

Windows XP SP2 with Advanced Security Technologies brings Windows XP users the latest security updates and innovations from Microsoft. It establishes stronger default security settings and automatically installs unique new security features that will help better protect computers from hackers, viruses and other security risks. Plus, SP2 contains support for new technologies, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, along with improved hardware and driver support to create a more productive, hassle-free computing experience.

“Microsoft is pleased that Panda Software will offer support for Windows XP Service Pack 2 thereby making it easier for our customers to manage and monitor the status of their PCs’ security,” said Neil Charney, director, Windows Product Management at Microsoft Corp. “The collaboration between Microsoft and Panda Software is a great example of our commitment to helping keep our customers more secure.”

About Panda Software

Panda Software (), a world leader in virus and intrusion prevention, offers unrivalled proactive security solutions for all types of users, from the largest corporations through small and medium-sized companies to home users. Its corporate products offer hassle-free automatic and centralized administration and provide network-wide protection, via multi-layer security technology, to ensure uniform protection across the enterprise, from remote users and workstations to mail gateways and internal and perimeter servers. Panda Software’s solutions have received awards and quality certifications from the sector’s most widely-respected organizations, including ICSA Labs and Checkmark and its commitment to customer service, innovative products, and the pioneering concept of 24h-365d tech support have revolutionized the IT security industry.