Webroot Software, Inc., a provider of anti-spyware software and security technologies, today launched Spy Sweeper 4.0, its consumer anti-spyware software. This version includes Smart Shields to block attempted spyware installations and Phileas, an automated system to identify spyware, adware and other types of potentially unwanted software.
 
According to the company, Spy Sweeper 4.0 is the only anti-spyware solution with the capabilities to detect and remove spyware threats like CoolWebSearch (CWS), Look2Me, Elitebar and Istbar. Spy Sweeper 4.0 supports Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me and XP operating systems. It offers subscription at $29.95 for one year, $39.95 for two years and customers with an existing subscription are entitled to Spy Sweeper 4.0 at no additional cost.

"Since we introduced Spy Sweeper three years ago, Webroot has leveraged the most extensive R&D resources to better understand the spyware problem and combat it more effectively than anyone else in the industry. Combining these efforts with a dedicated in-house Threat Research Team, Phileas and 24/7/365 technical support, Spy Sweeper remains the best anti-spyware program for proactively protecting online users," said David Moll, CEO of Webroot Software.