Comodo`s Firewall Pro (V3) named to PC World`s `101 Fantastic Freebies` List

Released on: March 27, 2008, 9:39 am

Press Release Author: Comodo Group

Industry: Computers

Press Release Summary: Since its launch, Comodo Firewall Pro has garnered more
awards than most other leading firewalls on the market today

Press Release Body: Jersey City, NJ (March 27, 2008) - Comodo., a global leader in
Identity and Trust Assurance Management solutions, today announced that its Firewall
Pro was honored in the May 2008 issue of PC World as one of the \"101 Fantastic
Freebies.\" The article, which features the editors\' top 101 picks of online services
and downloadable software in various categories ranging from Security to Video and
Photo, provides information to help keep users productive, secure, and entertained.
Products selected for inclusion in the \"101 Fantastic Freebies\" list were chosen by
PC World editors based on features, design, and performance. Each product had to be
a fully functioning version that consumers could obtain at no cost. \"Each download
or service on the list impressed the editors with its functionality and usability,\"
said Harry McCracken, VP/editor in chief of PC World. \"These are some of the most
well-crafted services available - congratulations to Comodo Firewall Pro.\"

Comodo Firewall Pro delivers more protection than most other desktop security
solutions because of Comodo\'s A- VSMARTT technology, \"anti- virus, spyware, malware,
adware, rootkits and trojans\". A-VSMART technology in Comodo Firewall Pro secures
against internal and external attacks and rivals other solutions, paid and free,
with high performance features:

* Blocks internet access to malicious Trojan programs
* Operates in stealth mode to make your PC completely invisible to opportunistic
port scans
* Performs a wizard-based auto-detection of trusted zones
* Implements password protection of firewall settings
* Analyzes your system for potential conflicts with other applications using
sophisticated diagnostic tools
* Safeguards your personal data against theft
* Delivers total end-point security for personal computers and networks
* Has a completely redesigned interface including \"Smart\" pop-up alerts

This recognition from PCWorld adds to Comodo Firewall Pro\'s (V3.0) growing roster of
industry awards including an Editor\'s Choice recognition from PC Magazine and a five
star rating from CNET.

\"Comodo stands out as a global best-practice leader with our successful
implementation of a new, preventative-based security technology model.\" said Melih
Abdulhayoglu, CEO and Chief Security Architect of Comodo. \"The recognition Comodo
Firewall Pro continues to garner has grown as the firewall has become a model in the
industry for delivering top-rated desktop protection for free while still enabling
us to exceed our strategic, operational, and business goals. We are proud of the
accomplishment of our teams who brought this vision to reality.\"

To view the entire article entitled \"101 Fantastic Freebies\", please visit
www.pcworld.com or available on newsstands April 15.

To download Firewall Pro or for more information on Comodo and its suite of
cutting-edge solutions, please visit http://www.personalfirewall.comodo.com/#.

To test a PC\'s security software for effectiveness using independent tests, please
visit www.testmypcsecurity.com
About Comodo

The Comodo companies provide the infrastructure that is essential in enabling
e-merchants, other Internet-connected companies, software companies, and individual
consumers to interact and conduct business via the Internet safely and securely. The
Comodo companies offer PKI SSL, Code Signing, Content Verification and E-Mail
Certificates; award winning PC security software; vulnerability scanning services
for PCI Compliance; secure e-mail and fax services.

Continual innovation, a core competence in PKI, and a commitment to reversing the
growth of Internet-crime distinguish the Comodo companies as vital players in the
Internet\'s ongoing development. Comodo secures and authenticates online transactions
and communications for over 200,000 business customers and 3,000,000 users of our
desktop security products.
For additional information on Comodo - Creating Trust OnlineT visit
http://www.comodo.com

For more information, reporters and analysts may contact:
Judy Shapiro
Comodo
+1 (201) 963-9471
Email: judy.shapiro@comodo.com

Web Site: http://www.comodo.com

Contact Details: +1 888 266 6361
media-relations@comodo.com

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