Software provides privacy protection to Mac users.
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Internet Cleanup(TM) v2.0 for Macintosh blocks suspicious data transmissions, cookies, referring URLs, ad banners, and pop-up windows. Users can protect preference- and password-saving cookies while deleting the rest. Software also cleans up e-mail attachments and instant messaging log files to protect confidential information. It offers secure file deletion to erase compromising files and remove Internet clutter that can fill up hard drive.
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Aladdin Systems Debuts Internet Cleanup(TM) 2.0
New Version Enhances Spyware Protection, Cleans IM Logs, Manages E-mail Attachments Folder, Deletes Files Securely and Adds Privacy Protection
WATSONVILLE, CA, June 1, 2004 - Aladdin Systems, Inc., an IMSI company (OTC BB: IMSI), today announced Internet Cleanup(tm) 2.0 for Macintosh, a new version of the popular privacy tool that blocks suspicious data transmissions, cookies, referring URLs, ad banners, and pop-up windows. The software cleans up e-mail attachments and instant messaging log files to protect confidential information. In addition, Internet Cleanup 2.0 offers secure file deletion to erase compromising files and quickly remove the Internet clutter that can fill up a hard drive. It also manages browser cookies, allowing users to protect their preference and password-saving cookies while deleting the rest.
"Internet Cleanup 2.0 provides strong privacy protection to Mac users," said Pauline Shumake, Senior Product Manager of Aladdin Systems, Inc. "The software combats identity theft and keeps sensitive information out of reach. Many people worry about the presence of spyware on their machines. Internet Cleanup 2.0 tells them which applications are accessing the Internet and blocks rogue software from spreading users' personal information."
Internet Cleanup 2.0 contains a powerful array of features for Mac users:
o NEW! PROTECT AGAINST SECRET MONITORING -Network SpyAlert(tm) immediately stops programs from sending data to the Internet without the user's permission.
o NEW! SAFEGUARD IM PRIVACY -Instant Messenger Log Cleaner(tm) finds and deletes instant messaging chat logs for major IM applications to keep conversations private.
o NEW! BLOCK WEB SNOOPERS - NetBlockade now blocks unwanted cookies, as well as URL referrers that tell websites about the previous web page a user visited.
o UPDATED! DETECT THE LATEST SPYWARE -SpyAlert(tm) scans the computer for evidence of surveillance spyware and safely removes it so it doesn't track the user's activity.
o NEW! MANAGE E-MAIL EASILY -MailCleaner(tm) simplifies e-mail management by efficiently cleaning out attachments in Eudora, Entourage, Outlook, or Outlook Express without deleting the original e-mail.
o ELIMINATE DISTRACTING POP-UPS AND BANNERS -NetBlockade(tm) accelerates web surfing by blocking annoying banner ads and pop-up and pop-under windows.
o SHRED CONFIDENTIAL FILES SECURELY -Secure Delete(tm) acts like a digital document shredder, completely removing private files so they can not be recovered from a hard disk, even with special disk recovery tools.
o KEEP SNOOPERS FROM TRACKING SURFING HABITS -Internet Cleanup 2.0 clears away hidden files that show outsiders which Web pages, sites, and images were viewed. It can automatically delete unwanted cookies and protect the cookies you do want.
Pricing, Availability, and Requirements
The MSRP for Internet Cleanup 2.0 is $29.99. Internet Cleanup 1.X users can upgrade for $19.99. Internet Cleanup 2.0 works on Mac OS 10.2.and requires 8 MB RAM. It is available for download at http://aladdinsys.com/internetcleanup/.
Aladdin Systems, Inc: Everyday Solutions(tm)
Founded in 1988, Aladdin Systems, Inc, an IMSI company (OTC BB: IMSI), develops and publishes award-winning software solutions for Windows, Macintosh, Linux, and Solaris, including the StuffIt X technology, which integrates compression with security and safety options to meet the requirements of today's business and digital lifestyle. Aladdin enables people and businesses to communicate and manage their ideas and information. Aladdin's software offers a range of solutions, empowering users in the areas of information access, removal, recovery, security, and Internet distribution.
Aladdin Systems, Inc., is located at 245 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA; telephone: (831) 761-6200; fax: (831) 761-6206. Internet: www.aladdinsys.com.
