| Avalanche Announces AVG Rescue CD to Restore Computers Infected By Viruses and Malicious Code |
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| Friday, 01 December 2006 | |
  
The AVG Rescue CD, based on AVG Anti-Malware 7.5, allows for operating system recovery and data repair in the event that the original operating system cannot be loaded in the normal way, especially where this has occurred through malware activity. Avalanche Technology Group, the Australian/New Zealand distributor of AVG security software, today introduced AVG Rescue CD, a new offering for IT professionals designed to remove and repair damage caused by viruses, spyware and other malicious programs on computers running Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server. The AVG Rescue CD, based on AVG Anti-Malware 7.5, allows for operating system recovery and data repair in the event that the original operating system cannot be loaded in the normal way, especially where this has occurred through malware activity. Important features of AVG Rescue CD include the ability to update the malware definitions database on the fly. AVG Rescue CD sets itself apart from competing products by providing more complete protection against viruses and spyware, and extensive administration and recovery tools with the ability to update definition files using a hard drive or an external USB memory device. “AVG Rescue CD is an useful tool for IT pros enabling them to efficiently remove dangerous software from exploited PCs with the same level of confidence they enjoy with other AVG products,” said Larry Bridwell, Global Security Strategist for AVG. “IT pros will also be able to take advantage of comprehensive administrative tools and features to make them more productive.” Running on MS Windows PE, AVG Rescue CD includes Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware and a set of administration tools and utilities. It also features a file manager, a Windows registry editor, a scan disk tool for testing hard drive integrity, a detailed IP Config tool, and more. Pricing and Availability The price of AVG Rescue CD is A$210.95 for a one year license. Existing customers using any commercial AVG product can obtain AVG Rescue CD for a discounted price of A$139.95. This new product is immediately available through Avalanche Technology Group (www.avalanche.com.au) as well as its network of resellers across Australia and New Zealand. About GRISOFTwww.grisoft.com GRISOFT provides the leading AVG antivirus, firewall protection and security solutions for consumers and SMEs. It is one of the fastest growing companies in the industry with more than 40 million users around the world that rely on AVG products to protect their computers and networks. Established in 1991, GRISOFT employs some of the world’s leading experts in antivirus software, specifically in the areas of virus analysis and detection, software development, and antivirus support. AVG award-winning products are distributed globally through resellers and the Internet as well as via AVG Anti-Virus Software Developer’s Kit (SDK) to interested partners. About Avalanche Technology Groupwww.avalanche.com.au Established in 1997 and based in Melbourne, Avalanche Technology Group Pty Ltd is a wholly owned Australian company that distributes a range of innovative business software solutions to the Australian and New Zealand markets. The products, which focus on real business needs, provide outstanding technical solutions and exceptional value for the client. Avalanche is the Australian and New Zealand distributor of the AVG Anti-Virus and Internet Security product range and FinePrint Software´s pdfFactory and FinePrint products. Avalanche has a 800-strong reseller network across Australia and New Zealand. For more information please contact: Peter Cameron Avalanche Technology Group 1300 855 005Shuna Boyd BoydPR 02 9418 8100 |
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