With the number of online threats seemingly increasing at least geometrically, along with rapid growth in mobile computing, Webroot banks that the real-time update abilities and the portability of data will set it off from the crowd.

Among other noteworthy features of the new suite are:

• Cloud-based technology that instantly scans and classifies URLs returned in search results, sent in emails, or posted on social networks to protect you from visiting malicious sites


• Malware scanning is up to 5x faster over Webroot's last full product release


• Automatic malware scanning now takes place on a daily basis when your computer is idle to avoid disrupting you


• Automatic quarantine of malware that's detected - which means fewer alerts and interruptions for customers


• Lost wallet service including credit card monitoring for up to three credit cards (US only)

With each new Web service a possible point of entry for security compromise, it may make sense to fight fire with fire. Security in real-time and from the cloud may be a movement we'll see more of in the future.

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