Privatefirewall version 4 blends high-performance, rich feature-set and intuitive user interface to shield PCs and network endpoints from online threats.

RED BANK, NJ – February 15, 2005 – Privacyware, the leader in advanced threat prevention and security data analysis solutions, today announced the availability of Privatefirewall 4.0, the latest update of its powerful, affordable, and easy-to-use Personal Firewall and Desktop Protection software.

Privatefirewall is ideal for any PC user. It provides an immediate intelligent barrier between the Internet and the PC that helps keep hackers and malware from damaging computing systems and accessing private information. Privatefirewall automatically hides unused ports, assigns rules for commonly used applications, and thoroughly inspects inbound and outbound traffic to identify and disable malicious or unauthorized connections.

Advanced users can easily customize Privatefirewall’s Internet and network security settings, block untrusted web sites and IPs, and specify the manner in which software applications can access the Internet. Most security controls are accessible via the main application screen, making advanced configuration for more complex environments simple to implement.

Key Privatefirewall Features: – One-click configuration of pre-defined security settings for Home, Office, and Mobile. – Comprehensive Application and URL Control, Firewall, and Packet-Filtering capabilities. – Stealth Mode makes your PC invisible while on the Internet. – Exceptional Value, just $29.95! – NEW! Detailed reports for Internet, System, and Email traffic. – NEW! Email Anomaly Detection mitigates impact of malware targeting email clients specifically. – NEW! Simplified User Interface provides painless advanced configuration control.

“While desktop security is essential to every computer connected to the Internet, it is blind to the user’s level of technical aptitude,” stated Privacyware CEO, Greg Salvato. “Our customers expect that Privacyware will continue to deliver protection that is effective and reliable. Making it easy to use without sacrificing performance or features and functionality has become the increasingly decisive benchmark upon which we are scrutinized. We are excited to introduce what we feel is an exceptionally impressive upgrade of Privatefirewall that achieves this objective.”

Privatefirewall is available for purchase or 30-day free trial download via the Privacyware web site: http://www.privacyware.com/personal_firewall.html or by contacting Privacyware sales at 732-212-8110 x232. Multi-user packs and associated pricing for small business are also available. Privatefirewall supports Windows® 98, 98SE, Me, 2000 Pro and XP Pro/Home.

About Privacyware Privacyware is the leading provider of advanced threat prevention and security data analysis solutions. Our unique competencies in non-linear mathematics, neural networks and self-learning systems, combined with proficiency in complex software and systems development allow us to create innovative security solutions that fuel better decision making and enable enterprises to remain a step ahead of hackers and others seeking to compromise critical systems.

CONTACT: Ben Campbell, Privacyware, +1-732-212-8110, x232.

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