Next-generation anti-malware technology
VIPRE detects and remediates viruses, spyware, rootkits, bots, Trojans and other malware via a single, powerful anti-malware engine.
High-performance PC security
VIPRE utilizes an advanced technology stack to scan large volumes of information quickly, with minimal performance impact.
Advanced anti-rootkit technology
VIPRE finds and disables malicious hidden processes, threats, modules, services, files and alternate data streams (ADS) on user systems.
Real-time monitoring and protection
VIPRE monitors and protects against malware threats including zero-day threats, in real time. It leverages multiple detection methods, including heuristics, behavioral analysis and traditional signature based technologies, to analyze malware.
Antivirus, anti-phishing email security
VIPRE includes comprehensive protection against email viruses and phishing scams, with direct support for Outlook, Outlook Express, Windows Mail and any email program that uses POP3 and SMTP.
Remote device scanning
VIPRE includes a remote device scanner that auto-scans removable drives and files for threats.
Spam blocking
VIPRE Internet Security features anti-spam technology that protects against spam, phishing and malicious URLs.
Smarter firewall
The VIPRE Internet Security firewall is auto-configured and easy to use-protecting against inbound and outbound internet traffic quickly. More tech-savvy users can adjust advanced settings to customize the firewall based on their personal preferences.
Operating Systems:
1 GHZ Computer with 512 MB of RAM (memory) and 300 MB of available free space on your hard drive.
Miscellaneous:
Supported Email Clients (applies to Email Protection):
Pros
Vipre and GFI products have a long history of proven powerful email protection abilities.
Cons
This security suite does not include parental controls, a game mode or chat encryption.
Vipre Internet Security includes a good collection of security components that may in the near future prove quite competitive. If you primarily need email security, this is a good choice for you.