Microsoft has just announced its new “Client Protection” product, which is intended, it says, to protect “business desktops, laptops and file servers from emerging threats such as spyware and rootkits, as well as viruses and other traditional attacks.”

Microsoft has released a Q&A between its Corporate Vice President of Microsoft Security Business & Technology Mike Nash and its press unit (yeah, a bit self-serving, but interesting) in which Nash explains the offering:

“PressPass: Why is Microsoft announcing Microsoft Client Protection now? Aren’t there already numerous anti-virus and anti-spyware software programs available to business IT, from several other vendors?

Nash: Malicious software developers are becoming more aggressive and customers need a robust solution to manage emerging threats. There’s been a change in motivation among hackers - we’re now are seeing more specific criminal behavior that is costing enterprise customers millions of dollars, both in expense and in lost revenue. We have heard from business customers that they want protection from viruses, spyware and other malware threats with a single solution. Microsoft Client Protection addresses this need with one solution for desktops, laptops, and file servers that combines proven protection technology with integrated management and reporting…

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