Kaspersky 2017 brings VPN, better adware blocking and removal

[Batu69]

 

Kaspersky Labs has released Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2017, Kaspersky Internet Security 2017 and Kaspersky Total Security 2017 in the US and Canada. New features include Secure Connection, a virtual private network which automatically kicks in to protect you when using wifi hotspots, web banking sites and more.

 

An Installation Assistance tool looks out for adware and other pests that get silently installed with some free software, and the Software Cleaner helps you decide what to remove.

 

An extended Anti-Banner system now uses a "powerful subscription catalog held by a third-party", making it significantly better at blocking popups, web ads and more.

The suites now include Kaspersky’s Software Updater. This checks for updates to common applications (Adobe Reader, Flash, Java, Chrome, Firefox, more), and can optionally install them without you having to see or do anything at all.

 

Kaspersky has "enriched the design and usability of the main screens for all the new line products", apparently.

The product is now fully compatible with Windows 10, but Kaspersky hasn’t forgotten about older systems -- 2017 still works with Windows XP.

 

Trials of Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2017, Kaspersky Internet Security 2017 and Kaspersky Total Security 2017 are available now.

 

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New ways to ensure your privacy and security with Kaspersky Lab new product line

 

Here is some good news for you. We’ve just launched new the versions of Kaspersky Internet Security and Kaspersky Total Security for Windows! The new product line has become more powerful and enhanced to ensure your privacy and security.

So, what’s new?

First of all, we have enriched the design and usability of the main screens for all the new line products. It’s not a major change but we had to mention. Now, that we have that out of the way, let’s switch to more serious matters.

 

You probably know that all of your software should be as “fresh” as the meat and vegetables you serve for dinner. Outdated software contains bugs and vulnerabilities, which hackers often use to infect devices with malware. However, many users don’t pay enough attention to managing their software updates or simply have no time for that. Users who install Kaspersky Internet Security 2017 and Kaspersky Total Security 2017 can now have this managed by our software.

 

The new Software Update module monitors your system for updates that need to be installed. When the module determines that your software requires security patches, it downloads all necessary files from the vendors’ websites and installs them with no interaction with the user needed. The exception to this is if additional confirmations are required. The Software Update module was designed to maximize your convenience: it works in silent mode and provides minimum impact on device performance. If you want, you can disable this feature or use it in manual mode.

 

It’s also possible to create a customized list of software that you don’t want to update — for example, if you prefer an older version for some reason.

 

Let’s talk about another new feature. There’s no need to remind you that public Wi-Fi can be dangerous: sometimes criminals set up fake free Wi-Fi to steal users’ personal data and money. However it’s hardly possible to stop using public networks completely — many people need Internet while travelling.

 

That’s why we’ve developed the Secure Connection feature. It provides secure and encrypted communication channels for users connected to untrusted networks (like public Wi-Fi). In other words, the Secure Connection module guarantees that all data which is sent and received is encrypted and secured from prying eyes.

 

Depending on active settings, this module can be automatically enabled when the user:

• connects to public Wi-Fi networks;
• accesses banking, payment systems or shopping sites or other e-commerce websites;
• uses Internet communication resources like webmail, social networks, etc.

What’s improved?

We’ve also improved a number of features. Hope, you’ll find these changes useful.

The Change Control module has been now upgraded and is now called Application Manager. It is in charge of two main features: Installation Assistance and Software Cleaner.

 

Installation Assistance can be used to detect and manage hidden programs that are installed together with free software from the web, like adware, extensions and toolbars. Software Cleaner helps users decide what software they should remove for safety and usability reasons. The recommendations are based on its behavior (for example, hidden installation without users consent).

 

All together, these two features let you say goodbye to adware, unwanted toolbars, browser extensions and other intrusive programs.

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Check out #Kaspersky Daily's tip of the week on how to remove intrusive banner ads: http://t.co/TfZ1l05sLX

— Kaspersky Lab (@kaspersky) July 31, 2013

 

Do you remember our Anti-Banner? This feature can be used to block website ads and pop-up banners, so you can focus on the content you’re interested in, and spend less time and traffic opening web pages.

 

The Anti-Banner engine has been significantly revamped and improved with the help of a powerful subscription catalog held by a third-party. By default Anti-Banner is disabled, but you can enable it in the Settings menu > Protection.

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Besides, our new Kaspersky Internet Security 2017 and Kaspersky Total Security 2017 are compatible with Windows 10.

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Kaspersky Lab products Windows 10 compatibility https://t.co/DXLrs4bpOv pic.twitter.com/crBoQ6avuC

— Kaspersky Lab (@kaspersky) July 28, 2015

 

We are always thinking of new ways to protect our users, so stay tuned for future updates. If you are still exploring the web unprotected, give a try to security — install Kaspersky Internet Security and test how these new features work. The first 30 days are free!

[Recruit]

5 minutes ago, Crazycanuk said:

If you have a legit license for this product and there is less than one half or (183 days) remaining on your subscription the VPN service remains limited to 200mb/day, kaspersky wants more cash to remove this limitation 

 

Kaspersky does not offer vpn services for home users at least.
It is a partnership with Hotspot Hotshield which is the worst vpn by far.
People should be crazy to pay 30 bucks on it.....

[Chatman]

Crazycanuk,

My license for Kaspersky Internet Security has near two years remaining days. Being registered to My Kaspersky, I asked about that limitation and they said that Secure Connection has nothing to deal with Kaspersky license. You can remove that daily traffic limitation, only by purchasing another license for Secure Connection.

As Recruit already said, Hotspot Hotshield is not the best option when we need a VPN.

[Holmes]

It sounded like secure connection was kaspersky's version of avast's safezone I must be incorrect.

[Future Soldier]

they sure are promoting their software

[pc71520]

21 hours ago, Future Soldier said:

they sure are promoting their software

You bet.

[leo007]

Free version VPN not of much use, would be good to see selection of country available in free version.

[flitox]

any feedback on how is doing the new version compared to the 2016 version???

worth updating or not?

[leo007]

1 hour ago, flitox said:

any feedback on how is doing the new version compared to the 2016 version???

worth upadating or not?

I find 2017 version better compared to 2016 version. System boot, GUI response, browsing, program response & overall feels lighter & better compared to 2016 version.

[flitox]

21 hours ago, leo007 said:

I find 2017 version better compared to 2016 version. System boot, GUI response, browsing, program response & overall feels lighter & better compared to 2016 version.

thanks for your input, any other??