Webroot
| File:WebrootLogo 4C.jpg | |
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 |
| Headquarters | Broomfield, Colorado, USA |
| Products | Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus Webroot Internet Security Essentials Webroot SecureAnywhere Mobile Webroot SecureAnywhere Complete |
| Website | www.webroot.com |
Webroot provides Internet security software for consumers, enterprises and small and medium–sized businesses. Originally started in Boulder, CO the company is now headquartered in Broomfield, CO[2], the company has operations in Australia, Austria, Germany, Ireland, Japan and the United Kingdom. Webroot is minimized threat protection software, even it's minimized it's known as one of the best antivirus software.
History
Webroot was founded in 1997 when entrepreneur Steven Thomas launched Webroot’s first commercial product, a trace removal agent called Webroot Window Washer. Investors include venture capital firms such as Technology Crossover Ventures, Accel Partners and Mayfield.
In 2002, Webroot launched a spyware blocking and removal product called Webroot Spy Sweeper. The company introduced antivirus protection with the launch of Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus in 2006. [3] In October 2007, Webroot AntiVirus with AntiSpyware and Desktop Firewall was released with added firewall protection feature.[4]
Webroot entered the enterprise market in 2004 with the launch of Webroot Spy Sweeper Enterprise, which combined Spy Sweeper with technology that enables IT administrators to deploy antispyware protection across an entire network.[5]
In October 2008, Webroot launched its first consumer security suite, Webroot Internet Security Essentials, in the United States.[6] The international release of the security suite followed in early 2009.[7]
In August 2009 Webroot appointed a new president and CEO, former CEO of Wily Technology, Dick Williams.[8]
In May 2010, Webroot announced plans to open up its international headquarters in Dublin, Ireland.[9] Two months later in July 2010 Webroot released Webroot Internet Security Complete 2011 which includes antivirus and antispyware protection, firewall capabilities, online back-up, password management licensed from LastPass, protection against identity theft and credit card monitoring for US customers.[10]
In September 2010 Webroot opened a regional office in Leidschendam, The Netherlands which is primarily aimed at delivering Webroot's enterprise security-as-a-service (SaaS) products to businesses via channel partners.[11]
Webroot Mobile Security for Android was launched on April 5th, 2011 for smartphones and tablets and comes in a free basic version and a paid premium version. The app is designed to protect against viruses from apps, threats delivered via web browsing and against the threats created when mobile devices are lost. [12] With the launch of the SecureAnywhere products on October 4, 2011 the mobile security offerings were also expanded to include the iOS mobile operating system.[13]
In October 2011 Webroot launched the newest generation of their products, using Prevx and cloud technology.[14] This included three basic products for Windows (AntiVirus, Essentials and Complete 2012) and security for Android and iOS mobile devices. These new products stand out for being light, fast and provide a comprehensive protection against all types of threats in general.[15]
Acquisitions and Partnerships
In November 2007, Webroot acquired UK-based Email Systems (EMS)[16] and announced itself as a provider in the security software-as-a-service (SaaS) market.
In December 2009 Webroot announced a partnership with virtual private network software provider, AnchorFree. The partnership yields an advertising-free version of AnchorFree's VPN software, which will now include protection from Webroot's antivirus and antispyware software.[17]
In March 2010 Webroot announced the acquisition of Swedish corporate Internet security company, Email Systems Scandinavia (ESS).[18]
In July 2010 Webroot acquired San Diego, CA based web content classification and security services provider, BrightCloud. The merging of the two will integrate the web reputation and content classification technology of BrightCloud with Webroot’s existing products.[19]
In November 2010 Webroot acquired UK cloud-based anti-malware company, Prevx.[20]
A partnership deal occurred in July 2011 with global distribution firm Tech Data. The partnership made Webroot products available to Tech Data’s extended network of 125,000 channel partners in 100 countries around the world. [21]
References
- ^ www.webroot.com/en_US/about-contactus.html
- ^ Broomfield, Boulder County ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES, March 30, 2011, Boulder Daily Camera
- ^ PC Mag Reviews | Spy Sweeper 5.2 with Antivirus
- ^ PC Mag Reviews | Webroot AntiVirus with AntiSpyware and Firewall
- ^ SC Magazine >> Reviews >> Webroot Spy Sweeper Enterprise
- ^ Cnet | Webroot launches consumer security suite
- ^ PC Advisor | Webroot Internet Security Essentials review
- ^ Denver Business Journal | Webroot names industry vet Williams as CEO
- ^ Inside Ireland | Internet security firm to create 50 jobs
- ^ Cnet | Automation, partnerships drive Webroot revamp
- ^ RFP Connect | Webroot Opens Office in BeNeLux
- ^ Webroot Is Latest to Join Mobile Security Fray, Launching Android Product, All Things Digital, April 5, 2011
- ^ Webroot Introduces New Security Service That Covers Android, iOS, And PC Devices, 10.4.2011, Technology Portal, accessed 11.7.2011
- ^ Webroot Totally Revamps Product Line 8.29.2011, PCMag, accessed 11.7.2011
- ^ http://www.webroot.com/En_US/land-expired-offer.html Webroot launch their new products for 2012
- ^ SC Magazine | Webroot acquires U.K.-based SaaS vendor Email Systems
- ^ Tech Rockies Webroot Partners With AnchorFree
- ^ Transworld News | Webroot Acquires Email Systems Scandinavia Strengthening Presence in Nordic Region
- ^ eWeek | Webroot Acquires Web Site Classification Company BrightCloud
- ^ IT Pro | Webroot acquires Prevx to lead 'security revolution'
- ^ CRN, 7. 27. 2011, “Webroot Broadens Reach With Tech Data Distribution Deal”