Comcast Launches Internet Security Solution

August 16, 2005 – Comcast, the nation’s Number One broadband provider, has launched a new security offering for all of its 7.7 million High-Speed Internet customers, providing them with one powerful, easy-to-use security solution for protection against online threats.

Comcast already sets the benchmark for the ultimate broadband experience for its customers through its reliable broadband connection, ultra-fast speeds, built-for-broadband applications and great broadband content. Now, for no additional charge, customers can receive nearly $115 in value to protect their households and enhance their online experience with Internet security solutions available through the following products:

• McAfee® VirusScan® – Helps to defend users’ computers against thousands of known viruses. Automatically detects, blocks, and removes viruses and spyware, which may result in the loss of irreplaceable documents or identity theft.
• McAfee® Personal Firewall Plus – Always-on PC protection to prevent unwanted traffic to and from users’ PCs. Helps to protect personal information and a user’s computer from malicious intruders.
• McAfee® Privacy Service - Features parental controls to help filter out inappropriate content and also monitors Internet activity to help prevent identity theft.

Comcast will continue to enhance and expand its offering to add additional levels of protection. Customers can receive the Comcast Toolbar, a free download, which is being designed to give one-click access at the top of their browser to the most popular features on Comcast.net. The customizable Toolbar features spyware detection and removal, fast and easy access to pop-up blocker, as well as integrated search functionality. Early this Fall, Comcast plans to introduce an anti-phishing security solution within the Comcast Toolbar, which will help further protect customers from the growing threat of identity theft.

“We want our customers to have the best broadband Internet experience. Security is a critical component to that,� said Greg Butz, senior vice president of marketing and business development for Comcast Online. “Comcast has launched a comprehensive Internet security solution that is the perfect complement to our service. It’s extremely easy to use, automatically updates and will help keep our customers safe. We partnered with an industry leader to offer our customers a product they will recognize and value.�

“McAfee is glad to be working with Comcast to provide the nation’s largest broadband user base with what we believe to be the easiest to use, most effective Internet security protection available today,� said Todd Gebhart, senior vice president worldwide consumer and mobile sales, McAfee. “McAfee solutions offer users proven, comprehensive protection against today’s increasingly sophisticated Internet threats.�

Comcast makes it extremely easy for its customers to access and download its premier Internet security solution. The Comcast.net Security Channel is integrated into the same Comcast.net portal customers already use to check their e-mail, send Video Mail messages, and access their photos, news, entertainment, sports scores, kid’s features, games, and the additional best-in-class content found on Comcast.net.

Comcast.net Security Channel: Keeping Customers Informed
Comcast customers can also turn to the Comcast.net Security Channel for education about the latest threats and learn how they can stay protected. For example, whenever a new virus is uncovered, Comcast updates its Security Channel to make its customers aware of any potential dangers and provides links to critical updates.

Users may also turn to the Comcast.net Security Channel to find:

• The tools to manage their Comcast account
• Security Forums and popular discussion boards
• Information about how to report phishing e-mail scams
• Tips for keeping children safe online
• Critical information about and links to national security resources

Customers can access the Comcast.net Security Channel and download the complete security solution by visiting: www.comcast.net/security.

SOURCE Comcast