Kaspersky Internet Security
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| Kaspersky Internet Security | |
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 Kaspersky Internet Security 8.0 running in Windows Vista. |
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| Developed by | Kaspersky Lab |
| Latest release | 8.0.0.357 / June 2008 |
| Preview release | 8.0.0.402 BETA / June, 2008 |
| OS | Microsoft Windows, Linux |
| Genre | Antivirus |
| License | Proprietary |
| Website | http://www.kaspersky.com |
Kaspersky Internet Security (often referred to as KIS) is an Internet security suite developed by Kaspersky Lab and designed for computers running Microsoft Windows. It supports the detection and removal of malware, as well as protection against spam, hackers, phishing attacks and data leaks.
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[edit] Features
Kaspersky Internet Security includes all the components of Kaspersky Anti-Virus, as well as some additional ones. The application features real-time protection, detection and removal of viruses, trojans, worms, spyware, adware and keyloggers, as well as detection and removal of rootkits. KIS also includes a personal firewall, parental control and spam and phishing protection. Kaspersky Internet Security 2009 now also features a full HIPS system for application control and improved detection for suspicious packers and advanced heuristics to proactively detect new malware. In addition, it features automatic update and a tool for creating rescue disks, as well as a self defense feature which prevents it being disabled by malware. Version 2009 introduces Virtual Keyboard, which can be used to prevent keystroke logging.
According to Anti-Malware Test Lab, Kaspersky Internet Security has the best real-time protection and self-defense capability of solutions tested[1]. It is known for having a high detection rate (as shown with tests by AV Comparatives , AV Test, Virus Info and Virus Bulletin), mainly due to its fast response rate (on average, an update is delivered around 0 to 2 hours after malware outbreak) and built-in heuristics technology. Also, according to Matousec Transparent Security, a company dedicated to the testing of firewalls, Kaspersky Internet Security has one of the best firewalls of all Internet security suites tested.[2] Kaspersky Internet Security 2009 TR has achieved a 68% proactive protection in Av-Comparatives latest Proactive/Retrospective test. Kaspersky Internet Security has won numerous awards from respected IT Journals, such as PC Authority, PC World, PC Professional, PC Pro, Computer Shopper and Computerbild. It is also the winner of many editor's choice of websites like CNET and Softpedia.
Kaspersky also offer free version upgrades to all users who are holders of a valid license for the duration period of the license. There is also 24/7 technical support and an active user forum where users can seek help.
[edit] Limitations
In addition, Kaspersky Internet Security, like the majority of its competitors, is incompatible with numerous other security applications. Examples of such incompatible software include Spyware Doctor, Norton Antivirus and McAfee VirusScan.[3].
[edit] System requirements
| Windows 2000 (SP4 or higher) / XP (SP2 or higher) / | Windows Vista (32/64-bit) | |
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| Processor | Intel Pentium 300 MHz or higher (or equivalent) | Intel Pentium 800 MHz or higher (or equivalent) |
| RAM | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Free hard drive space | 50 MB | 50 MB |
A DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive, Internet Explorer 5.5 or above and Windows Installer 2.0 or above are also required for the installation of Kaspersky Internet Security.
