Microsoft Security Essentials, a lightweight anti-virus program was first released in September 2009. Now the beta of next version of Microsoft Security Essentials is available to beta testers at Microsoft Connect. If you are interested in trying out the new beta release then go here to register for the beta.
New features included in the beta release:
Windows Firewall integration: During setup, Microsoft Security Essentials will now ask if you would like to turn the Windows Firewall on or off.
Enhanced protection for web-based threats: Microsoft Security Essentials now integrates with Internet Explorer to provide protection against web-based threats.
New protection engine: The updated anti-malware engine offers enhanced detection and cleanup capabilities with better performance.
Network inspection system: Protection against network-based exploits is now built in to Microsoft Security Essentials.
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