Announcing the release of Webroot® Web Security Software as a Service (SaaS) and an enhanced version of Webroot E-Mail Security SaaS for advanced content filtering, data leakage prevention and compliance, a leading security provider for the consumer, enterprise and SMB markets, Webroot, broadened its portfolio of security software delivered as an online service.

Without the Need for Additional Hardware Or Software, Webroot Web Security SaaS Stops Internet Threats, Manages Web Usage, Minimizes Accidental Data Leakage and Protects Mobile Users.

Content Filtering, Data Leakage Prevention and Compliance Capabilities are furhter improved by New Enhancements to Webroot E-Mail Security SaaS.

Protecting both on-site and mobile employees from viruses, spyware and other malware attacks, while ensuring appropriate employee Web usage, Webroot Web Security SaaS is the company’s latest innovation in security. Businesses now have, with Webroot Security SaaS solutions, access to enterprise-class security with better manageability, better value and better protection than any other perimeter security option available today.

The latest release of Webroot E-Mail Security SaaS which includes new content monitoring & filtering capabilities that provide more control over inbound and outbound e-mail messages and help prevent data leaks and enforce acceptable usage policies has also been announced by Webroot.

Requiring no additional hardware, software or personnel resources, Webroot Web Security SaaS is a hosted solution that is managed and updated “in the cloud”. While enforcing organizational policies and increasing employee productivity, Webroot Web Security SaaS routes all Internet traffic through Webroot’s global data centers where it is scanned and filtered for threats and unwanted content.

Featuring URL filtering, content control, threat protection, access control, detailed logging and real-time reporting, the service is fully customizable. Once deployed, users are controlled as to where, when and what they can access; all Web requests are scanned for viruses and spyware; and unwanted file downloading, such as music and video files, can be prevented with granular user and group controls.